Little Miracles

Do you see the spider in this picture? Look closely to the right of the brown ball in the center. The brown ball is the egg sac of a female Green Lynx spider, who is guarding it closely. This shows that even arachnids are capable of parental care. However, if an unlucky cricket, fly,or other small insect wanders too close, this skilled hunter will pounce on it like a cat, hence the name. This little miracle was found in my backyard fence row. I identified it using my book, Expert Guide, Mini Monsters: Natures Tiniest and Most Terrifying Creatures.