I love riddles!! What kind?
i have caught a spider with those exact same markings... the white "spot" on top of it's abdomen looks more like a white heart, and i found this spider in my yard in Sacramento, CA.... from what i have learned this spider is a Daring (or Bold) Jumping Spider... harmless and non aggressive supossedly...
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A black spider with a red back and thick fuzzy legs is commonly called a jumping spider. The formal name is Phiddipus audax.
One common black and white fuzzy spider is the Bold Jumping Spider (Phidippus audax). These spiders are known for their distinct black and white pattern and their ability to jump surprising distances to catch prey.
Spiders that are black with little yellow and fuzzy characteristics are likely to be a Goldenrod Crab Spider. They are commonly found in North America and are known to change color depending on their environment to better camouflage themselves while hunting for prey.
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The kind of spider that is large 3 inches black and fuzzy with white stripes and found in the Bahamas is a tarantula. These tend to hide most of the time, but they may come out when it rains or if they are disturbed.
Maybe a Jumping Spider - see related link below .
The fuzzy black and white spider commonly seen in Racine, Wisconsin is likely the bold jumping spider (Phidippus audax). This species has distinctive black and white markings and is known for its bold behavior and impressive jumping abilities. Bold jumping spiders are harmless to humans and are beneficial predators that help control insect populations in gardens and homes.
The spider you are describing sounds like a bold jumper spider (Phidippus audax). These spiders are commonly found in North America and are known for their striking black bodies with white rings on their legs. Bold jumpers are active predators and use their excellent vision to stalk and pounce on prey.
It sounds like you may be describing a daring jumping spider (Phidippus audax). These spiders are commonly found in North America and are known for their fuzzy appearance, brown coloration, and distinctive white and black markings. Daring jumping spiders are known for their curious and docile behavior, making them appear non-aggressive towards humans.
It could be a black widow spider if it is small and thin-legged with a shiny round black abdomen and red markings under it. If it's fuzzy with a red spot on it's back, and the front part of the body is more-or-less the same size as back part, then it's a black jumping spider.
It sounds like you may have found a Yellow Garden Spider or an Orchard Orbweaver. These spiders are commonly found in Oklahoma and have a distinctive yellow design on their backs. They are not harmful to humans and are beneficial for controlling insect populations in gardens.