A honeybee collects the last of the year's nectar in Jennifer Deiter's garden. Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo
Insects and spiders are taking advantage of the mild autumn weather to prepare for harsh conditions to come. Many will die when temperatures drop, but some will survive, sheltering for the winter.Local residents Jennifer Deiter, Dominique Leard Rauton and Stephanie Rollain recently shared images of the tiny creatures on social media. A praying mantis, lady bug, honey bee and a Cat Faced Orb Weaver spider were featured.Praying mantis insects can be seen calmly stalking their bug prey for a lightning-quick strike. The name “praying” refers to their fierce forelegs, which when at rest, seem to make the insect appear to be praying.The Cat Faced Orb Weaver spider is a common resident of the Anza Valley. They co
