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Araneus diadematus
40-50 pinhead sized newly hatched spiderlings. Recently hatched spiderlings of Araneus diadematus on a web. The baby spiders hang out in a tight ball (shown) unless disturbed, when they rapidly disperse along silk lines. After the danger has passed, they return to the ball.
Suburban garden
2 Comments
Thanks Phillip! It was very cool to see.
Nice shots Karen! I love when they gather like that!