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Shamrock Orb Weaver Spider

Araneus trifolium

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Field Notes

Description:

Another beautiful example of a Shamrock's intricate design.

Habitat:

Meadow in the Poconos

Notes:

Note to self: Something about the design and texture of this spider puts a question in my mind about whether this is Shamrock. Researching into Neoscona adianta also.

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Comments (3)

Only this one photo. :( - I am still looking. One of my favorites I forgot all about. Thanks Sachin and Alice. This one had the best abs. HA!
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PublishedNovember 17, 2011

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