A spider, identified as an *Argiope* species, is observed suspended dorsally within an orb web

A spider, identified as an *Argiope* species, is observed suspended dorsally within an orb web. The spider features a dark cephalothorax and a dark abdomen with prominent white and black transverse banding. Its eight legs are striped with dark and reddish-brown segments, splayed outward in an 'X' formation. A distinct zig-zag stabilimentum is integrated into the web structure immediately surrounding the spider's body. The background consists of out-of-focus green foliage and brown organic matter, indicating an outdoor natural setting. The observed scene is located in Bayawan, Philippines.