I'm pretty sure this is Dolophones conifera.
Only a small spider (about 1.5cm) and an expert at camouflage, the Wrap-around spider uses its concave abdomen to 'wrap around' twigs, small branches or flatten itself against bark, concealing itself very well. They are orb web builders.
Unfortunately, this one disappeared a few days after I took these shots. It may have been eaten or succumbed to the heatwave we were having at the time.
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Finishing off a bee before hiding for the rest of the day.
Only a small spider (about 1.5cm) and an expert at camouflage, the Wrap-around spider uses its concave abdomen to 'wrap around' twigs, small branches or flatten itself against bark, concealing itself very well. They are orb web builders.
Unfortunately, this one disappeared a few days after I took these shots. It may have been eaten or succumbed to the heatwave we were having at the time.
(Click image to enlarge)
Finishing off a bee before hiding for the rest of the day.
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