Wasp spider

Description:

The wasp spider, Argiope bruennichi, is a species of orb-web spider distributed throughout central Europe, northern Europe, north Africa, parts of Asia and in the Azores archipelago. Like many other members of the genus Argiope, (including St Andrew's Cross spiders), it shows striking yellow and black markings on its abdomen.

Habitat:

Wasp spiders are mainly found in grasslands but can also be present in coastal areas, farmland, heathland, woodland, towns and gardens.

Notes:

Photos taken @ Bikodze, Bosnia & Herzegovina.