Error message
Unable to fetch location details at this time.
Golden Silk Orb-weaver (after ecdysis)
Nephila edulis
-27.5084, 153.018
Field Notes
Description:
This female Golden Silk Orb-weaver isn't the largest specimen I've seen, but she's none-the-less beautiful, and she's only just shed her skin within the last hour. This process of skin-shedding is called 'ecdysis'. This is the largest spider species found in the Brisbane area.
Habitat:
Common in bushland areas and gardens. This female was spotted in my backyard, suspended between the trees and house.
Notes:
Why is it when ever you want to take a photo of a web spider, the wind blows? Every single time, without fail !!
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 27, 2014
Comments (0)
Be the first to comment
Sign in to comment