Basilica orbweaver on the Gaussian distribution

The Basilica orbweavers (Mecynogea lemniscata) are a non-venomous and non-aggressive group of spiders. They are about as big as a grain of rice in the early stages. Their webs look like cotton candy. Their webs are interesting: on looking closely, you will notice that the webs are not randomly built. In the unorganized threads, there is a fine fabric in the shape of a dome. Hence, the name- 'basilica orbweaver'. 

Look closely; you will notice the shape of the web.

The bell-shaped web also resembles a three-dimensional plot of a Gaussian function. Isn't that amazing?

Bell-shaped Gaussian function

The female lays eggs in sacs that hang vertically from the web. It detaches its web in the night, which falls in the eggs and creates a protective layer.

Isn't nature both inspiring and beautiful? 

Comment what you think about the correlation with the Gaussian function.

Thank you!!