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Communal Philoponella (Philoponella congregabilis) These spiders tend to form communal webs in groups although this one was solitary. <br /> The web is chaotic and often hangs as a loose line with the spider resembling detritus. <br /> Females have a pair of tubercules on the abdomen.<br /> About 6mm for females and 3mm for males. <br /> <br /> Ref <a href="http://www.arachne.org.au/01_cms/details.asp?ID=1827" rel="nofollow">http://www.arachne.org.au/01_cms/details.asp?ID=1827</a> Australia,Geotagged,Philoponella congregabilis,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Communal Philoponella (Philoponella congregabilis)

These spiders tend to form communal webs in groups although this one was solitary.
The web is chaotic and often hangs as a loose line with the spider resembling detritus.
Females have a pair of tubercules on the abdomen.
About 6mm for females and 3mm for males.

Ref http://www.arachne.org.au/01_cms/details.asp?ID=1827

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    Ferdy Christant
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    Another unique behavior, spiders working together is quite exceptional. Posted 9 years ago

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The Philoponella congregabilis

Philoponella congregabilis is a non-venumous hackled orb weaver in the Philoponella genus.

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Uploaded Mar 9, 2016. Captured Oct 4, 2012 00:58 in 7 Victoria St, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia.
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  • EX-Z2000
  • f/3.4
  • 1/50s
  • ISO64
  • 8.46mm

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