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Details of the Western Spotted Orb Weaver
CHARACTERISTICS: Orb weavers spin circular webs and this species tends to create them in open areas. These spiders do not spin any zigzag patterns (stabilimenta) in the center of their web.
They feed on anything that entangles itself in their webs: flies, moths, beetles, etc.
Adults are seen in autumn, when eggs are laid. Spiderlings appear in the spring.
ADULT SIZE (Length, not including legs):
11mm to 19mm
(0.43in to 0.75in) (Compare Size)
IDENTIFYING COLORS: brown; yellow; white; purple; red
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Courtesy of Kathleen T. from Tucson, AZ
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