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Araneus gemma
This large specimen of Araneus gemma is an exceptional example as to why this specie is nicknamed Jewel, and scientifically known as Gemma. When back-lighted by the sun, this spider looks like a glowing ruby. 1:1 magnification, or life-size. Photographed at Shipley Nature Center, Huntington Central Park, Huntington Beach. Hand-held Nikon D90 at ISO 400 with 105-mm macro lens, 1/200-sec at f/22, filtered sunlight and SB-600 flash unit with O-Flash 3/4-ringlight attachment.
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Quite a good series!