ARANEIDAE - ORB-WEB WEAVER

Family

Araneidae

Species

Argiope trifasciata
(Forsskål, 1775)

Body Length

Female: 16mm
Male: 6mm

Habitat

Builds small circular webs close to the ground. The female sits under the suspended web and the male is often found on the edge of the web.

Toxicity

Unknown, but may cause slow healing bites. Non-aggressive and seeks escape rather than defence.