Leucauge argyra

Spider Resources Longjawed Orb Weavers Types of Spiders

Leucauge argyra, one of two native Leucauge species in the Longjawed Orbweaver family, goes without a common name.

Its range is considerably smaller than its better known relative the Orchard Spider (Leucauge venusta).

It inhabits forests and fields of Florida, perhaps spreading north into Georgia.

The brown legs are the best field ID clue to differentiate it from the Orchard Spider.

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