Eriophora ravilla

Eriophora ravilla
Tropical Orbweaver

Eriophora ravilla: Taxonomy | Photographs

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Eriophora ravilla Eriophora ravilla - The tropical orbweaver spins its web at dusk, stays in the center of the web throughout the night. At dawn, it dismantles its web and hides under a leaf nearby.
Tallahassee, FL
March, 2003
Photo contributed by Josh Hillman
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Photo added to site: Jun 14 2003


Eriophora ravilla Eriophora ravilla - This is the same spider as in the above photo. During the day, the tropical orbweaver typically finds a leaf to hide under. When dusk arrives, the spider rebuilds its web, usually in the same place as the previous night.
Tallahassee, FL
April, 2003
Photo contributed by Josh Hillman
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Photo added to site: Jun 14 2003


Eriophora ravilla Eriophora ravilla
Delray Beach, FL
Photo contributed by Guy E. Crauwels
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Photo added to site: Aug 25 2003


Eriophora ravilla Eriophora ravilla - This tiny juvenile measured only 2-3mm.
St. George Island State Park
St. George Island, FL
February 19, 2005
Photo contributed by Josh Hillman
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Photo added to site: Mar 2 2005