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Golden Orbweaver

Argiope aurantia

Photo by NoamFossi
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Black and yellow patterned abdomen. Silver hair on head. Long thin legs relative to body. Fairly large web.

Habitat:

Found occupying an artificial nook designed for a statue on the side of a building. Protected from wind. Decently wooded area.

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