Golden Silk Spider(Nephila clavipes)

Not considered dangerous to humans, Golden Silk Spiders (aka Golden Silk Orbweavers) are increasing their range in North Carolina from the southeast corner of the state.

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Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes) — Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes)New Hanover Co., NC13 Oct 2007HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

Dorsal view Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes) New Hanover Co., NC 23 Sep 2006 These large spiders spin their webs in open forested areas and are often high in trees. — Dorsal viewGolden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes)New Hanover Co., NC23 Sep 2006These large spiders spin their webs in open forested areas and are often high in trees.

Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes) — Ventral viewGolden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes)New Hanover Co., NC23 Sep 2006

Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes) — Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes)New Hanover Co., NC23 Sep 2006

Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes) — Golden Silk Spider (Nephila clavipes)New Hanover Co., NC23 Sep 2006Note the hairy joints in the legs.

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