The way of nature is not always kind, and this picture tells the story. We walked by this butterfly (moth?) and kept wondering if it was alive or dead. On closer inspection I discovered the reason it was moving so erratically. It was dead but was being suspended from a plank of wood by a spider that was simultaneously feeding on it. This spider's strength is commendable. Imagine holding onto this bug while hanging from your feet and eating it at the same time! I will try to identify these bugs and post in the comments. This picture's inherent drama rivals any fireworks display.
July 4th Special: A Spider Eating the Hell out of a Butterfly
The way of nature is not always kind, and this picture tells the story. We walked by this butterfly (moth?) and kept wondering if it was alive or dead. On closer inspection I discovered the reason it was moving so erratically. It was dead but was being suspended from a plank of wood by a spider that was simultaneously feeding on it. This spider's strength is commendable. Imagine holding onto this bug while hanging from your feet and eating it at the same time! I will try to identify these bugs and post in the comments. This picture's inherent drama rivals any fireworks display.
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Talk about fireworks! Wow. Nature is surely awesome.
This is a Tawny Emperor.
Thank you Nate! You mean the Spider or the butterfly?
The butterfly. No idea on the spider.
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