A Garden Spider
The spider you are describing is the Golden Silk Orb Weaver spider (Nephila clavipes). It is known for its large size, distinctive shape like a shield, golden yellow color, and unique back spikes. It is also recognized by its brown and yellow striped legs.
The spider you are referring to is likely the yellow sac spider. Yellow sac spiders are brown with two yellow stripes on their back and are commonly found in California. They are not considered aggressive towards humans but can deliver a painful bite if provoked.
Spider is light brown with gold or yellow diamond back
A spider with a brown oval mark on its back could potentially be a brown widow spider. Brown widows are related to black widows but have characteristic brown markings on their abdomens. It's always best to consult with an expert or use caution when identifying spiders to avoid potential harm.
The male western black widow has a yellow strip on its back. This venomous spider is not aggressive and rarely bites humans. You are not likely to come in contact with male widows, as they like to burrow in dark, undisturbed areas. The males are much smaller than females and have smaller fangs, which may not even be able to pierce human skin.
The spider you are describing is the Golden Silk Orb Weaver spider (Nephila clavipes). It is known for its large size, distinctive shape like a shield, golden yellow color, and unique back spikes. It is also recognized by its brown and yellow striped legs.
a spider known as a cross spider usaually found in the uk
The spider you are referring to is likely the yellow sac spider. Yellow sac spiders are brown with two yellow stripes on their back and are commonly found in California. They are not considered aggressive towards humans but can deliver a painful bite if provoked.
I think it's a orb weaver. Harmless.
this is a common fishing spider... common to all of north America although not venomous they will bite if it feels threatened.
The answer is a brown camel spider.
They have a silver back.
A brown spider that has a white diamond on its back is known as a Parson spider. This spider does have a mildly venomous bite.
The spider with a big brown ball on its back is likely a species of orb-weaver spider.
Spider is light brown with gold or yellow diamond back
The distinguishing features of a brown spider with white spots on its back are its brown coloration and the presence of white spots on its back.
your mummy spider