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Description:

I found this spider along the trail in the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas, CA. Thanks in advance for the ID. It was small, about 1/2 an inch long.

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KarenP
I'm leaning toward a spotted orb weaver, but I'd love a second opinion. http://nathistoc.bio.uci.edu/spiders/Neoscona%20crucifera.htm

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International Spider Survey
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Southern California Wildlife
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The San Diego Botanic Garden

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PublishedAugust 21, 2011

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