At the end of a drying plant stem, I found a Neoscona arabesca spider resting peacefully. Its tiny, brown body blended beautifully with the tip of the plant's stem. Look at it clutching the drying flower petals tightly, as if it were part of the landscape. It looks so harmonious.
The pattern on its back is so beautiful and unique, artfully designed by nature. The pattern resembles the reflection of sunlight peeking through the gaps in the forest. If you look closely, the spider resembles an embroidery of dried leaves at the end of the tiny branch. Furthermore, its entire body is covered in fine, matching-colored hairs. These fine hairs create a soft, ethereal feel to the tiny spider.
Not only that, but the fine threads surrounding it are also captivating. These silk threads connect its tiny body to its surroundings, creating a miracle in its simplicity. Unfortunately, not all of the fine threads made it to my camera; they were so delicate that they were difficult to capture.
This spider isn't just a tiny creature; it's a silent guardian of a miniature landscape. It also proves that beauty doesn't have to be large and conspicuous. Beauty is everywhere, as I found it here, in a quiet, hidden place.
Latin name | Neoscona arabesca |
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Observation date | 12 Jul, 2025 |
Camera used | realme 7 Pro |
Photographers | @reachdreams |
Location | Aceh, Indonesia |
Link to original community |
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https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/297182951
Latitude | Longitude | Map |
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4.695135 | 96.7493993 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=4.695135&mlon=96.7493993 |