Thursday, September 5, 2024

I am a Spinybacked Orbweaver
Depending on where I reside - 
My spines can be black or red and
The dorsum of my abdomen can be yellow or white.

If you get on the other side of my web
You can see my underside
This is where my spinnerets are
Which is where I get my silk supply.

Location: Private residence, Blountston, FL

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/beneficial/g_cancriformis.htm

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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