A female Saint Andrews Cross Spider (Argiope Aetherea) sits in its distinctive web, which gives it its name. The male is smaller and inconspicuous.

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This gorgeous female St Andrews Cross spider was sitting in her web, waiting for insect prey - or possibly a very brave male!

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Size: 2832px × 4256px
Location: Shepherds Bush in Jells Park, Glen Waverley, Victoria
Photo credit: © GPNaturePhotos / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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