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Spiny Orb-Weaver

Gasteracantha cancriformis

Description:

These gorgeous orb weavers have red spines that make them distinct from other spiders in Florida. They're vibrant and make beautiful webs, as seen in the last picture (with @LealikiKanoa in the back)

Habitat:

My herb garden

Notes:

This particular spider was showing very territorial displays, like using his web to go down and climb back up.

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2 Comments

Dunia Ya Uzuri
Dunia Ya Uzuri 11 years ago

@Sarah; too pretty for words man

LealikiKanoa
LealikiKanoa 11 years ago

LOOOOL my face.

Dunia Ya Uzuri
Spotted by
Dunia Ya Uzuri

Parkland, Florida, USA

Spotted on May 20, 2012
Submitted on May 20, 2012

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