The wasp spider is a large orb-weaving spider with striking colors, freaturing black and white bands on a yellow abdomen. Females are much larger than males. It is commonly found in meadows, fields and along roadsides throughout Europe. It builds large circular webs that include a zig-zag shaped band called stabilimentum, whose function is still under debate.

https://doi.org/10.1093/gigascience/giaa148 (January, 7, 2021)

Author: Dídac Segarra Pérez