The web of the labyrinth spider, Agelena labyrinthica, named after the maze-like corridors that it builds inside its web. If you look carefully, to the south-west of centre, you’ll see the spider, probably the female, who stays with the egg sac that is at the top of the web.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleIt looks huge, Carrie. Imagine building that.
Thanks for commenting Susan. Yes, the construction must have been at least a foot long, the spider no longer than ¾ inch. It makes you wonder how something so small can produce so much silk.
As much as spiders terrify me, they really are incredible. This picture really captures what wonderful little architects they are!
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I love spiders. They are incredible. And I love how they make their web as a trap for their food. They are little but a genius architect.
The webs of the labyrinth spider are created for the sole purpose of protecting their egg sac. The female stays in the web until the spiderlings have all hatched out, sometimes starving to death herself whilst she waits, in which case the babies will feed on her remains before leaving the nest. Incredible dedication to duty. Actually, as a parent I know just how she feels.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleWow. Thank you for introducing me to labyrinth spider. I have now another learning to add to my knowledge. The labyrinth mother is very impressive.
I don’t like spiders inside my house, but I love to see the beautiful webs they create. Amazing picture!
They do build some fascinating structures, true architects.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThis picture, in combination with your comments, is incredible and very fascinating, Carrie. Thanks for enlightening us.
Thank you Christer, if I can help other people enjoy the little things too, my mission is complete ?
It’s strange Carrie how almost everyone dislikes spiders. Do you think it is just the thought of being trapped/and being a meal?
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleI know someone who has a fear of spiders after walking through a nest as a child and ending up with spiderlings running all over them. Other people don’t seem to like the number of legs they have, or the way the big ones scuttle over the floor. I know someone who doesn’t like little spiders, but loves tarantulas, so I guess the fear / dislike is different for everyone.
I have never seen a spiderweb like it. They are so clever. I have no idea how spiders manage to do it. They are so small, yet they can place big ideas in your head and inspire you so much.
The inside of the web is supposed to be very complex. It’s constructed like a maze, or labyrinth which is how they got their name, to make it difficult for prey to get to the egg sac / spiderlings.
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