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Giant Lichen Orbweaver

Araneus Bicentenarius

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Field Notes

Description:

This spider has orange legs with black rings. The body is green in color with white and black markings.

Habitat:

This guy was spotted in the hill country outside of Hondo, Texas. They can be found in southeastern Canada and the eastern and mid-western states in the U.S. among forested areas around lichen.

Notes:

FUN FACTS: 1. Their webs can reach a diameter of 8 feet! 2. They can be found on the perimeter of their webs. 3. Lifespan: 1 year
Ref: https://spideridentifications.com/giant-lichen-orb-weaver.html

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