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St Andrew’s cross spider

vids — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 02:22:00 +0000

St Andrew’s cross spider (Argiope sp.)

The zig-zags in the web of a St. Andrew’s cross spider form a large X shape, similar to the heraldic symbol known as a saltire. It’s also known as Saint Andrew’s cross, since Andrew the Apostle is traditionally said to have been crucified on a diagonal cross in the shape of the letter X. When the spider sits in the middle of the cross, it can look as though it’s suffering a similar fate. (In reality, of course, that fate is reserved for the spider’s prey.)
8 Things You Should Know About the St. Andrew’s Cross Spider – Treehugger

The size of a St. Andrew’s cross spider might be intimidating, but it poses very little danger to people. Its venom is not highly toxic to humans, and like most spiders, it is generally not aggressive with people. Treehugger

Spotted at MacRitchie Reservoir

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Dang’s cross spider – Argiope dang

vids — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 01:52:00 +0000

The genus Argiope includes rather large spiders that often have a strikingly coloured abdomen. These spiders are distributed throughout the world. Most countries in tropical or temperate climates host one or more species that are similar in appearance. Wikipedia

Scientific Name: Argiope dang Jäger & Praxaysombath, 2009

Spotted at Upper Seletar Reservoir

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Argiope spider

vids — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 07:59:26 +0000

Photo below are the Juvenile Argiope Spider

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