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Leucauge venusta
(Orchard Orb-weaver)

Picture ID 204047

Picture of Leucauge venusta (Orchard Orb-weaver) - Ventral
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TangledWeb

I think this is the underside of Leucauge venusta, an Orchard Orbweaver. Her colors are odd. The legs should be green or metallic black, depending on the light. The abdominal marking can be bright yellow to orange. Dorsal images ( top of the spider) give us more info to work with if you can get them.

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CrankySnake

Yes, thank you so much. I see that this is her underside now! She was hanging upside down. I was trying not to disturb her. I will see if she is still around tomorrow, and see if I can get my phone under her without bothering anything.

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TangledWeb

This species doesn’t tend to stay in the same spot as much as other Orbweavers. They appear and disappear in my yard. I’m sure enough of the ID to post it.

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CrankySnake

You are right! Her web had moved by same bush outside. I am posting a picture of the dorsal view.

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