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Garden Orb Spider (Araneus diadematus) adult female, with wrapped up Wall Brown (Lasiommata megera)
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Garden Orb Spider (Araneus diadematus) adult female, with wrapped up Wall Brown (Lasiommata megera)
Garden Orb Spider (Araneus diadematus) adult female, with wrapped up Wall Brown (Lasiommata megera) butterfly prey in web, Berwickshire, Scottish Borders, Scotland, August
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© FLPA/Phil McLean
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. In this snapshot from the picturesque Scottish Borders, we witness a fascinating encounter between two remarkable creatures. The star of the show is an adult female Garden Orb Spider, known for her intricate web-weaving skills and insatiable appetite. With precision and finesse, she has ensnared a Wall Brown butterfly, showcasing nature's delicate balance. As if posing for a gourmet magazine cover, our eight-legged protagonist proudly displays her prized catch wrapped up in shimmering silk threads. It seems that even spiders have refined taste buds! This arachnid femme fatale has chosen the perfect location to set up her dining table – amidst vibrant flowers and lush greenery. The captured Wall Brown butterfly appears frozen in time, its wings elegantly folded as if surrendering to fate. While some may find this scene unsettling, it serves as a reminder of the circle of life within our natural world. Insects play their roles both as predators and prey, ensuring ecological harmony. Photographer Phil McLean skillfully captures this moment of predation with his lens—an exquisite blend of artistry and scientific curiosity. His image transports us into the secret lives of these tiny yet extraordinary beings who call Scotland home. So next time you stumble upon a spider's web glistening with morning dew or spot butterflies fluttering through your garden, take a moment to appreciate their hidden dramas unfolding before your eyes—a true testament to Mother Nature's boundless creativity!
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