Golden Orb Weaver

Funny story or maybe that male was being eaten alive after mating and barely escaped (without his legs.) LOL

Thanks Carol! These guys are pretty numerous along this trail and this is the first time I've ever seen this. There was even another small male close by that had a few legs missing. I'm guessing he didn't make the cut!

What a fantastic find! I do not have a photo of spiders mating yet. I have plenty of spiders though. Congratulations!