the spider is the crab spider
The black widow is the only spider in Georgia known to resemble a black widow but be entirely black. If you spot a black spider in Georgia that looks similar to a black widow but is completely black, it is likely a black widow spider. While rare, variations in color can occur within the species.
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 black widow spider. The female black widow has a distinct red hourglass shape or white crescent on its abdomen. They are known for their venomous bite, so caution should be taken when encountering them.
black widow
could be a male crab spider, or a writing spider.
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The spider with a black line on its back is commonly known as the black widow spider.
The black widow is the only spider in Georgia known to resemble a black widow but be entirely black. If you spot a black spider in Georgia that looks similar to a black widow but is completely black, it is likely a black widow spider. While rare, variations in color can occur within the species.
black hairy with white dots on its back
Yes, the black spider with an orange dot on its back is likely a black widow spider, which is venomous.
The spider with two black stripes on its back is commonly known as the zebra 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 distinguishing feature of a spider with a black back is its dark-colored dorsal side.
I think it's a hedgedog.
The spider you are referring to is likely the black widow spider. The female black widow has a distinct red hourglass shape or white crescent on its abdomen. They are known for their venomous bite, so caution should be taken when encountering them.
Could be the arrowhead spider.
The American Black Widow should have nothing upon its back but the black color it is. Specfically, the hour glass is on the belly of the spider.