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Golden Orb Spider

Nephilia genus (finestra?)

Description:

Large spider (female); male is many times smaller. Yellow and black markings. Look out for the golden thread of its web!

Habitat:

Bushes and Shrubs, Bushveld

Notes:

This photo depicts an especially large female. Male is also visible

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brosestad
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brosestad

Madibeng Local Municipality, North West, South Africa

Spotted on Mar 20, 2011
Submitted on Mar 20, 2011

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