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Banded Argiope

Argiope trifasciata

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Field Notes

Description:

During the summer, more than 100 of these type of spiders would grace me with their presence. I looked carefully and only found two today. 2 caterpillars (yellow) said hello. Some yellow sulfurs gave me a nod, but didn't stick around for the photo op. Goodbye spiders and insects for now! See you in the spring. (Abdomen only about 1/2 inch)

Habitat:

Meadow on our property in the Poconos.

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Comments (6)
Ashish
Oh... Its very interesting to study how they survive in snow storms...!! In Signature spiders (Argiope sp) Webs are very important to observe spider's Silky white marking....!
Carol Snow Milne
The spiders aren't making their webs much at all after the early snowstorm on Oct. 30. Just a few strands. I have another - Marbled Orb Weaver (the bright yellow, black and red spider) with the full web in my photos. Thanks! :)
Ashish
Carol did you take picture of her entire web...?
Carol Snow Milne
Yes, you found it! I could barely make out the features with the naked eye, but on the computer WOW! Yes, they are awesome! Thanks!
antimatterhands
you get any micrathenas out there? those are my favorites

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Mission
International Spider Survey
Photographed
PublishedNovember 7, 2011

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