This spider is commonly found close to rivers and prefers medium to high humidity. Adults build large orb webs similar to garden orb weavers. The orbs are generally two feet across, up to three, though the anchor lines can extend more than six feet. It is one of the only orb weavers that can feed without a web if kept in too small a container.
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