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Marbled Orbweaver

Araneus marmoreus

Photo by Doren B
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Field Notes

Description:

Approximately two centimeters in length. Several individuals were observed with large orb webs ( 40-70 cm. wide) stretched across openings between tall shrubs in the forest understory.

Habitat:

Moist, mixed-hardwood forest of central Appalachians.

Reference Links:

Araneus marmoreus, Species Araneus marmoreus - Marbled Orbweaver - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedAugust 17, 2014

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