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Golden Silk Orbweaver

Nephila Clavipes

Photo by bio10222
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Field Notes

Description:

The Golden Silk orbweaver is also known as a banana spider. Female spiders can grow to 3 inches while males are smaller at 1/4 of an inch.

Habitat:

Golden silk Orbweavers are found in swamps or shady wooded areas.

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PublishedSeptember 1, 2013

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