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Spiny Orb Weaver

Gasteracantha Cancriformes

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Field Notes

Description:

Females are 5-9 mm long and 10-13 mm wide. The six abdominal spine- like projections on the abdomen are characteristic. The carapace, legs, and underside are black with white spots under the abdomen. Variations occur in the colour of the upperside of the abdomen.

Habitat:

It lives in woodland edges and shrubby gardens. They frequently live in trees or around trees in shrubs.

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PublishedApril 13, 2017

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