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Theridiid spider

Family Theridiidae

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Field Notes

Description:

Even a fierce predator like a dragonfly isn't free of having a nasty surprise... Spiders can deal with much bigger preys, as can be seen in this photo.

Habitat:

A patch of protected Atlantic forest close to a large city.

Notes:

Theridiidae is a large family of spiders, also known as the tangle-web spiders, cobweb spiders and comb-footed spiders.

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Comments (2)

Very nice behavioral shot, Sergio!

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