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| On the path to the river, about a quarter of the way down, is the overhead web of a gorgeous Golden silk orb-weaver female spider (Nephilia clavipes). She has been growing quickly (and eating her suitors) and will soon lay her eggs. You can see the golden color in her web- and a more in-depth description and details can be found here- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_silk_orb-weaver |
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I am quite fond of these spiders, and I'm glad that our backyard provides them a safe habitat. Their webs are fascinating- the color helps attract and catch some insect prey, and has the breaking stress strength of 710–1200. See table for comparisons. |
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