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Neoscona crucifera |
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| Order | Araneae (Spiders) |
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| Family | Araneidae (Orb Weavers) |
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| Status | Common and abundant |
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| Habitat | Open woods, gardens. |
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| Size | Female: Male: |
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| Adult Food | Moths, crane flies, other insects. |
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| Identification | The lack of conspicuous markings on the upper side of the abdomen is an identifying feature. |
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| Synonyms | Neoscona hentzi Neoscona hentzii |
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| Common Names |
barn spider common orb weaver Hentz's orb weaver |
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