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Common Stretch Spider (Tetragnatha extensa) adult, with Common Blue Damselfly (Enallagma cyathigerum) adult male
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Common Stretch Spider (Tetragnatha extensa) adult, with Common Blue Damselfly (Enallagma cyathigerum) adult male
Common Stretch Spider (Tetragnatha extensa) adult, with Common Blue Damselfly (Enallagma cyathigerum) adult male, prey caught in web, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6568481
© FLPA/Dave Pressland
Arachnid Arachnids Captured Caught Damsel Flies Damsel Fly Kill Killed Killing Kills Leicestershire Prey Preying Preys Priory Water Spider Spiders Webs Eats Enallagma Cyathigerum Feeds Fresh Water Reserves Wet Land Wet Lands
Nature's Deadly Dinner - Spider vs. Damselfly in a Sticky Showdown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, the Common Stretch Spider and the Common Blue Damselfly engage in an epic battle for survival at Priory Water Nature Reserve. The tension is palpable as the spider, with its long jaws ready to strike, has successfully trapped its unsuspecting prey in a meticulously spun web. Caught mid-action, this snapshot perfectly captures the raw power of nature's food chain. The spider, a master of deception and precision, showcases its predatory prowess while feasting on the unfortunate damselfly. With every bite, it reminds us that even within our own backyard lies a world where life and death intertwine. Leicestershire's wetlands come alive during summertime as these fascinating creatures thrive amidst lush greenery and fresh water sources. This image serves as a reminder of England's rich biodiversity and the delicate balance that exists between predator and prey. As we marvel at this extraordinary moment frozen in time by FLPA photographer Dave Pressland, let us appreciate both the beauty and brutality found within our natural world. It is through such encounters that we gain insight into the intricate workings of ecosystems while being reminded of nature's unyielding power over life itself. So next time you venture into your local reserve or explore your garden sanctuary, keep an eye out for these tiny warriors engaged in their never-ending struggle for survival!
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