Araneus angulatus is widespread in Europe, although rarer in Northern Europe. "A. angulatus" is rare in the United Kingdom, where it is restricted to areas near the South coast of England. "A. angulatus" constructs a large orb web, suspended from bushes and trees, often with support lines leading to the ground. Unlike "A. diadematus", the web of "A. angulatus" has no retreat, so the spider must sit in the centre of the web while it waits for prey. It detects prey items by vibrations they cause in the web, but has also been observed during a country fair, and reported to be
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