Spiny orb-weaver
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G. cancriformis |
The spiny orb-weavers (genus Gasteracantha) are a type of spider. They are also commonly called Spinybacked orb-weavers, due to the prominent spines on their abdomen. These spiders can reach sizes of up to 30mm in diameter (measured from spike to spike).
[edit] Species
- Gasteracantha cancriformis
- Gasteracantha elipsoides
- Gasteracantha vittata - found in Queensland, Australia.
[edit] Gallery
Spinybacked orb weaver (Gastercantha cancriformis) from Austin, Texas |
[edit] External links
- World Spider Catalog
- Pictures of G. cancriformis (free for noncommercial use)
- World Spider Catalog - Araneidaefr:Gasteracantha

