These were taken late last night (Friday). The moth had got caught on a web by our back door, hence the window reflections in some of the shots. The moth is probably a ruby tiger moth. The spider is Enoplognatha ovata, one of the small common spiders found in gardens. You either love (or more probably hate/run a mile from) shots like these. I like them! :bug:

As for today, most of my photos are of caterpillars, but I suspect I've already included enough creepy shots for one post, so today's efforts will have to wait.
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Camera note: all shots taken with the Canon 7D and EF 100mm f/2.8L macro IS USM lens.

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  1. Yes, somewhat creepy, but you have to admire their efficiency as predators.

  2. Erwin, thanks!

  3. Adele, that was a lucky spider, and quick to disable the moth before it could get away.

  4. CREEPY! 😮

  5. Now there's a lot to eat 😆

  6. Karen, brave of you to take a look. Thanks!

  7. Sami, a feast for a week !

  8. Interesting

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