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Barn spider

Neoscona crucifera

Description:

Beautiful tan spider with red showing at joints on legs. This was the size of an American half dollar coin. "9-20 mm (female), 5-15 mm (male)" - BugGuide

Habitat:

Backyard near Avocado tree at night

1 Species ID Suggestions

KarenL
KarenL 11 years ago
Barn spider
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4 Comments

Thank you for the ID, Karen!

KarenL
KarenL 11 years ago

We have lots of these guys hanging out in our barn!

Thanks again!

Maria dB
Maria dB 11 years ago

nice shots!

Escondido, California, USA

Spotted on May 16, 2012
Submitted on May 17, 2012

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