Web by mcsiegle

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So...this spiderweb photo I know doesn't hold a candle to some of the beautiful pictures I've seen posted here. But I was very pleased that I could get it in focus at all. On the web (www, I mean-- pun intended) I see the term "trash line orb weaver" for the type of spider that builds these lines of disgusting detritus into their web. Other than that, I know nothing, so if you know more about it, feel free to fill me in.
There's been some post processing applied here, for good or ill.
Apparently this tiny spider uses the 'trash line' - called the stabilimentum - to attract prey and also as a hiding place while it waits for the prey to arrive. I've never seen one of these so thanks for sharing.
August 4th, 2015  
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YIKES -----great capture
August 4th, 2015  
Neat shot
August 5th, 2015  
Great light here
August 5th, 2015  
Good close up Mary
August 5th, 2015  
Great shot!
August 6th, 2015  
Great capture
August 6th, 2015  
Hello Hello! I'm your get-pushed partner for the week! Nice spider web shot. It's great! I've never been able to capture a spider web the way I want to.
Are you up for some self-portraits this week? I haven't seen many portraits or selfies in your project. They can be fun! Let me know if you'd like something different. :)
August 10th, 2015  
Oh, no! The dreaded self-portrait. I should be careful what I wish for. Just yesterday I was telling my sister in law we both ought to do that she said she's not "scared of it." She just doesn't like to do it. You're right. I've done only a little self portrait and not much portraiture of any type. Good challenge for me.
August 10th, 2015  
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