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Silver Argiope Egg Sac

Argiope argentata

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Description:

This is a unique and easily recognizable egg sac. It seems to mimic the abdomen of the spider with a crown-like appearance.
The first two images are of a sac that is in the shade. The last image is of one in full sun.
The spider can be seen at: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/69976058

Habitat:

Cactus at lagoon

Reference Links:

Species Argiope argentata - Silver Argiope - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedNovember 14, 2013

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