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Cross Orb Weaver

Araneus diadematus

Photo by HemaShah
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Field Notes

Description:

This orbit weaver spiderling was tiny and bright orange in color. It must have been about 1 t0 2 mm long.

Species ID Suggestions

Cross Orbweaver

Araneus diadematus

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Comments (2)
HemaShah
pic 2 shows what a skilled hunter this spiderling has become. It was able to wrap up it's prey like a burritto and feast on it. It's size is still tiny though. Makes me wonder if it is a miniature adult or a spiderling......
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PublishedJune 11, 2013

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