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Garden orb-weaver — printable fact sheet
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Garden orb-weaver
Eriophora transmarina
The Garden orb-weaver is a common spider found throughout Australia, recognized for its large, rounded abdomen and intricate circular webs. Females are typically larger than males and display a range of colors, from brown and grey to orange. These spiders are nocturnal, construc…
Did you know?
- Female Garden orb-weavers can lay hundreds of eggs at once, encasing them in silk sacs for protection until they hatch.
- Garden orb-weavers rebuild their webs every evening, often eating the old silk to recycle nutrients. Their webs can span up to 60 cm in diameter and are marvels of natural engineering.
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