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Species spotlight! The golden silk orb weaver, Trichonephila clavipes, are eye-catching spiders found in southeastern No

Conservation Trust for North CarolinaJune 10, 2026

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Species spotlight!

The golden silk orb weaver, Trichonephila clavipes, are eye-catching spiders found in southeastern North Carolina. They are one of the largest spiders found in our state, but they are generally harmless to humans. They play an important role in controlling insect populations, making their species a positive presence in NC ecosystems.

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