Insects and Spiders

My First Trashline Orb Weaver

This was a new species of spider for me. They get their name from the thick line of silk that goes down the center of the web. The spider collects bits of debris and attaches to that center line and often hides among it. It is a pretty colorful spider with an interesting shape. See next photo for the whole web which confirms the identity.
Trashline Orb Weaver (Cyclosa turbinate)

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