The Gea infuscata is a smaller member of the Argiope family of spiders. They make their orb-webs in the grass each evening.

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The Gea infuscata is a smaller member of the Argiope family of spiders. They make their orb-webs in the grass each evening. The carapace has a distinct pattern but not as decorative as larger species

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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