photo sharing and upload picture albums photo forums search pictures popular photos photography help login
iNaturalist | all galleries >> Galleries >> Arachnids > Black Widow preys on two male Paper Wasps
previous | next
15-OCT-2008

Black Widow preys on two male Paper Wasps

First one European Paper Wasp became ensnared in the Black Widow's web; the
victim released stress pheromones which normally summon others for aid. A second
wasp was then caught as well. The spider then emerged from her lair and bit both
wasps; after their struggles ceased she wrapped them up and dragged them into her
hiding place in the detritus of an old cardoon plant. Both wasps are males.


other sizes: small medium original auto
share
Type your message and click Add Comment
It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest.
Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help private comment