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Hermit Spider

Nephilengys sp.

Photo by LeonardoMB
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Founded on the region of "Serra do Itapeti", an Atlantic Forest region facing urbanization. This spider was photographed on a deforested region that is being transformed into residential subdivisions.

Species ID Suggestions

Hermit Spider {female)

Nephilengys sp.

Reference Link
John B.
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Comments (1)
John B.
Hi LeonardoMB, I think I know this spider. I will have a look for it and send you an ID suggestion.

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International Spider Survey
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Nests, hives, bowers, webs & other animal architecture
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Brazil Life
Photographed
PublishedJuly 4, 2024

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