This species builds a neat orb-web in the foliage of trees and bushes. All spiders of this species show a red spot just above the spinners.This spider can be seen all over the region from late spring to autumn.

Above: a female guarding her egg sac.

Above: a female full of eggs.

Left: Underside of a male, showing light blue palps.

Above: Shedding skin.

Above: an immature specimen showing extensive red markings.

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