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Copyright © 2008 schackbo

Grateful Dead Spider - Araneus cingulatus -

Granby, Hartford County, Connecticut, USA
August 3, 2008
Size: Approximately 3/8"

I found this little lady in my gas grill on Sunday, August 3rd, 2008. I found the markings on it to be extremely impressive.

I live in northern Connecticut about 8 miles from Granville, Mass. I've learned this is an orb weaver from the Araneae family. I would appreciate any help in identifying this spider.

Contributed by schackbo on 6 August, 2008 - 9:30pm
Last updated 6 April, 2016 - 7:03pm

Moved

Moved from holding bin for green Araneus.

… john and jane balaban, 6 April, 2016 - 7:03pm

Moved

Moved from Spiders.

… john and jane balaban, 31 August, 2008 - 5:41pm

Looks rather like this one

identified as a female Araneus cingulatus

I'm definitely not a spider expert, though.

… Hannah Nendick-Mason, 6 August, 2008 - 9:34pm

female Araneus cingulatus

Hannah - I think you got it. I've checked other photos (now that you've given me a good place to start). It looks like you're right. Thanks!

Bob

… schackbo, 7 August, 2008 - 7:44pm

If it's the correct ID

it's a nice find - this image (preferably cropped closer) will make a good addition to our guide. However, I'd wait for a second opinion from one of our spider experts. : )

… Hannah Nendick-Mason, 7 August, 2008 - 9:17pm

found

i've found one of these in my back yard august 8th,2009 .took some photos with my phone ..have to find it again ..i'm sure it'll get bigger in someones garden....what a beautiful spider...

… russell craig hess, 15 August, 2009 - 3:55pm

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