Araneus quadratus (Clerck, 1757)  |
| A common orb
web spider, Araneus quadratus is especially
common on low vegetation on Budby South Forest.There are
numerous colour forms, with females occasionally showing
a deep brown, through to pink colour. These seem to be
found on the ripened seed heads of Dock (Rumex)
whilst the pale coloured females, predominate on heather
and grasses. |
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| Araneus quadratus
juvenile, photographed on Rufford Pit Top in early September 2020. We've
rarely found (or looked for) juveniles, but it was a surprise to find
one so well behind the others on site which all appeared to be adult. |
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