From the condition of her web, it looks as though this European Garden Spider (Araneus diadematus) experienced quite a show-down while capturing her prey, but from the moment the fly landed on her sticky, silken threads, it never seriously stood a chance against such a masterful predator.

Exif Data
Focal Length: 4.1mm; Exposure Time: 1/40 sec; Flash: Off;
F-Number: F/3.3; ISO: 80; Metering Mode: Spot;