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Spiny Orb Weaver

Gasteracantha cf. mammosa

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Field Notes

Description:

It's a spider. I found it in my garden.

Habitat:

No idea. Haven't seen such a spider ever!...
But since I live in West Bengal, India, I am guessing it is a tropical insect. Hot and humid environment.

Notes:

help me ID this arachnid.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Marianne Wells
A type of spiny orb weaver. Not sure which though. Google spiny orb weavers in India.
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PublishedApril 27, 2011

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