Although their size and bright color may be intimidating, they are not particularly harmful to humans. Like most Spiders they use their venom to subdue their prey, but wont harm a human. They are not very aggressive at all, but they will bite if harassed. If anything the Argiope's are helpful, and if you see them around your garden you should let it stick around.
The spider you described could possibly be a species of the Argiope genus, known for their distinctive black, yellow, and white striped patterns. One common species in North America is the yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia). These spiders are not harmful to humans and are beneficial for controlling agricultural pests. If found indoors, it's best to safely relocate them back outside.
No, chances are it is a Argiope aurantia that you are describing.This link has plenty of pictures of what you may be decribing... http://www.spiderzrule.com/banded.htm
It sounds like you may be referring to the Argiope aurantia, commonly known as the black and yellow garden spider. This spider is known for its distinctive black and yellow stripes on its body and is commonly found in gardens across North America. They are harmless to humans and play an important role in controlling insect populations.
The spider you are likely referring to is the black-and-yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia). It is a common orb-weaving spider found in Alabama and throughout North America, known for its distinct black and yellow coloring with zigzag patterns on its web.
No. The Writing spider, Argiope aurantia Lucas, is just about as harmless as you can get. Their venom is only potent enough to kill an insect.
Argiope aurantia was created in 1833.
Corn Spiders or Argiope aurantia are harmless to humans.
r-GUY-o-pee I am the author of Argiope Aurantia. I found that there were two ways to pronounce Argiope. I prefer this version.
check it out it is in Australia seriously it is
After laying her eggs, the female black-and-yellow argiope spider [Argiope aurantia] dies. It's a natural death. That's a contrast to the fate of her mate, whom she mates and then eats.
'Black-and-yellow argiope' or 'Black-and-yellow garden spider' may be among the most familiar of the common names for Argiope aurantia. The spider is native to all of the states in the United States of America except for Alaska. It also may be found among the shrubs of Central America, Mexico and the southern parts of Canada along the U.S. border.Other common names include 'banana spider', 'corn spider' and 'writing spider'.
it is an argiope aurantia spider it could be dangerous if it were a banna spider or its not dangerous if it were a garden spider
The spider with brown and black stripes on its body is commonly known as the "garden spider" or "Argiope aurantia."
Argiope aurantia Lucas - yellow garden spider
Totally harmless. http://www.gdaywa.com/themes/spiders.php
The spider you described could possibly be a species of the Argiope genus, known for their distinctive black, yellow, and white striped patterns. One common species in North America is the yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia). These spiders are not harmful to humans and are beneficial for controlling agricultural pests. If found indoors, it's best to safely relocate them back outside.
Argiope mascordi was created in 1983.