An Orb Weaver Spider, Neoscona crucifera, fixing its web in preparation for a busy night of activity. These tend to be most prevalent in the hot days of late Summer as they spin their webs off of low hanging branches, overhangs and decks.
Orb Weaver Spider, possibly Neoscona crucifera, devouring a wasp. I was wondering how the orb weaver catches the wasp without getting stung or bitten. It appears that it waits for the wasp to fully entangle itself in its web and then get exhausted trying to break free. Once the prey is too tired to fight back, the spider comes in and casually wraps it in silk before the prey rests enough to resume the struggle. What a way to go, eh?
