Hobbies And Interests
Arrowhead Orb Weaver
The Arrowhead Orb Weaver is a Virginia spider that is mostly active in the middle to late summer. These spiders are found in both open and dense wooded areas and spin orb webs that are low to the ground. This spider measures only 5 to 6 mm and has a distinct color pattern consisting of yellow, red, brown, white and pink. The Orb Weaver has a triangular shaped abdomen and the female species features an added pair of thorns for protection.
Black and Yellow Garden Spider
The black and yellow garden spider is an easily identifiable yellow spider. This species has a distinctive yellow and black pattern on its abdomen, as well as black and orange bands on its legs. The females are approximately 19 to 28 mm, whereas the males are only 5 to 8 mm. These spiders are found in gardens and open fields and create distinctive orb webs that feature a vertical zigzag pattern in the center.
Goldenrod Crab Spider
The Goldenrod crab is one of the more aggressive yellow spiders. They do not spin webs like most spiders and are known to jump on their prey. This Virginia species features a shorter abdomen and outstretched legs, allowing it to move sideways like a crab. The male spiders are yellow with red bands on their abdomen and measure only 3 mm. The females are mainly white or yellow and can range from 3 to 9 mm. Goldenrod's prefer daisies or goldenrod flowers, but are also commonly found in meadows, gardens, shrubbery and fields.
Marbled Orb Weaver
The Marbled Orb Weaver features a unique yellow and black marbled design on its abdomen, an orange head and black and white striped legs. These spiders range from 6 to 18 mm, with the females twice the size of the males. They are primarily active in the summer and autumn and can be found in moist areas that are near water. The Marbled Orb Weaver spins circular webs every day, which also serve as protection for the females.
Venusta Orchard Spider
This Virginia spider is commonly found in forested areas with plenty of shrubs and trees. The Venusta Orchard spider is very colorful, featuring bright reds, oranges and yellows at the top of its abdomen. This species is very small, measuring only 3 to 4 mm. They hang upside-down and spin webs with generously spaced strands.