Golden orb spider (Argiope sp.) on its web. This is a female spider,and a much smaller male spider is seen at centre left. After mating,the female produces egg sacs and watches over them,but dies soon afterwards. Argiope spiders are found in most temperate or sub-tropical climates. They feed on insects caught in their webs. Photographed in the Mkhuzi Game Reserve,South Africa | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Chadwick, Peter |
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