Eustala anastera
(Hump-backed Orb-weaver)

Picture ID 63763

Picture of Eustala anastera (Hump-backed Orb-weaver) - Dorsal
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ItsyBitsy

Hi, see above image for ID. 🙂

ItsyBitsy

You’re welcome. Most of your (fuzzy) brown fat-bodied ones are likely Neoscona crucifera, Hentz Orb-weavers. Super common.

ItsyBitsy

This is also common and widespread mostly throughout eastern North America and down into Mexico. Being a little smaller and less conspicuous they’re just more likely to go unnoticed. They have several color morphs, this one is particularly beautiful.

ItsyBitsy

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