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Neoscona nautica
(Brown Sailor Spider)

Picture ID 16715

Picture of Neoscona nautica (Brown Sailor Spider) - Dorsal

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this spider was found in light fixtures of a multiple floor parking area. we haven't been able to identify it, and need its ID to make a control plan. its a severe infestation

  • Submitted by: 
    ihevia
  • Submitted: Jun 1, 2018
  • Photographed: Sep 19, 2016
  • Spider: Neoscona nautica (Brown Sailor Spider)
  • Location: san juan, Puerto Rico
  • Spotted Outdoors: Man-made structure (building wall, fences, etc.),Low foliage (shrubs, herbs, garden, excluding flowers)
  • Found in web?: Yes
  • Attributes: Dorsal
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ItsyBitsy

Hi, this is an Orb-weaver, tentatively looks like Neoscona nautica. Orb-weavers are beneficial and help control the insect population.

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ItsyBitsy

They’re probably preying on all the flies that are attracted to the lights.

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Picture of Neoscona nautica (Brown Sailor Spider) - Dorsal Enlarge Picture