
Comments & ID Thoughts
Cross Orb-Weaver - Araneus diadematus, I think. It's lacking the distinctive cross markings on its back though. Also the markings on its underside weren't as prominent as I'm used to. Female.
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- Submitted: Feb 27, 2018
- Photographed: Nov 10, 2008
- Spider: Araneus diadematus (Cross Orb-weaver)
- Sex:
- Maturity:Adult
- Location: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
- Spotted Outdoors: Ground layer (leaf litter, dirt, grass, etc)
- Found in web?: No
- Attributes: Eyes
Hi, I agree with your ID. They often look like this after they’ve laid their eggs.