Acroaspis tuberculifera (?)

Fact Box Species: Acroaspis tuberculifera or a related species (VF) Previous species name: None Family: Araneidae formerly Argiopidae Body length: female: 12 mm male: 6 mm Habitat: In a small orb web between branches of shrubs Toxicity: Uncertain; may cause mild illness

The male

The pattern of sharp projections on the upper surfaces of the abdomen and the narrow bridge containing the eyes are characteristics of this species.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Eriophora species, such as Eriophora biapicata and Eriophora transmarina.