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Spiny Orb Weaver

Gasteracantha Cancriformes

Description:

Females are 5-9 mm long and 10-13 mm wide. The six abdominal spine- like projections on the abdomen are characteristic. The carapace, legs, and underside are black with white spots under the abdomen. Variations occur in the colour of the upperside of the abdomen.

Habitat:

It lives in woodland edges and shrubby gardens. They frequently live in trees or around trees in shrubs.

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Florida, USA

Spotted on Apr 13, 2017
Submitted on Apr 13, 2017

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