Golden Silk Orbweaver (Nephila clavipes) lateral

aka Banana Spider, Golden Orb Weaver, Golden Orb-Weaving Spider, Calico Spider, Golden Silk Spider

 

Arachtober snuck up on me this year. I'm a couple days late. This beautiful arachnid was photographed this summer at Lake Lotus Park in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

 

Canon Rebel XSi and Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM

Done