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Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

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Field Notes

Description:

As evening approaches I find a Wheel bug trapped in a spider's web with no spider in sight. (approx. 2 inches long) Handy crafted and gift wrapped by the Banded Argiope based upon previous sightings of the numerous ones in this particular area of the meadow.

Habitat:

Meadow in the Poconos

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (4)
KarenL
I actually feel sorry for the wheel bug - the predator becomes the prey!
Carol Snow Milne
Yes, Orb weaver spider (most likely the Banded Argiope based upon all the spiders in the meadow and the location)
Ashish
Its a prey to a spider ...right... Its coated in silky Coffin...
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PublishedNovember 18, 2011

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