Gasteracantha cancriformis
(Spiny-backed Orb-weaver)

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Spiny orb-weavers is a common name for Gasteracantha, a genus of spiders. They are also commonly called spiny-backed orb-weavers, due to the prominent spines on their abdomen. These spiders can reach sizes of up to 3 cm in diameter. Wikipedia

• Submitted by: 
  
  palmettophil
• Submitted: May 12, 2018
• Photographed: May 12, 2018
• Spider: Gasteracantha cancriformis (Spiny-backed Orb-weaver)
• Location: Palmetto, Florida, United States
• Spotted Outdoors: Low foliage (shrubs, herbs, garden, excluding flowers)
• Found in web?: Yes
• Attributes: Lateral