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Argiope protensa (L. Koch, 1872) Long-tailed Argiope

Usually found in a small and rather fragile circular web strung betwen stalks of tall grass or small shrubs. Often has a visible stabilimentum, but not X shaped like St Andrew's Cross, and sometimes absent. The egg sac resembles a small cup with a lid, as is true for Argiope extensa.

Pale form


Argiope protensa
Photo: Robert Whyte

Top side against sky


Argiope protensa
Photo: Ron Kinsey

Underneath


Argiope protensa
Photo: Ron Kinsey

Underneath closeup


Argiope protensa
Photo: Ron Kinsey

 

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