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Argiope protensa Commonly known as the long-tailed forest spider and long-tailed argiope. <br />
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Argiope protensa

Commonly known as the long-tailed forest spider and long-tailed argiope.
Female, 15 mm body length.

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The Longtailed orb-weaving spider

"Argiope protensa" is a species of the spider genus "Argiope". It is also known as "longtailed orb-weaving spider" or "tear drop spider".

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Similar species: Spiders

Species identified by Ruth Spigelman

By Ruth Spigelman

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Uploaded Sep 25, 2025. Captured Sep 22, 2025 11:38 in 2PXV+JQ Merewether NSW, Australia.

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Canon EOS 60D
f/10.0
1/166s
ISO320
100mm

Captured in the winter. More winter photos.