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Spiny Orb-Weaver

Gasteracantha genus

Photo by Wild Things
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Field Notes

Description:

If you see closely you will be able to see the spinneret and the face of the spider. They are also commonly called Spiny-backed orb-weavers, due to the prominent spines on their abdomen

Habitat:

Seen at Yeoor hills forest.

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Comments (2)

Saw the face. always curious about it.

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