Araneus cingulatus is a member of the family of orb weaver spiders. They are sometimes referred to as red spotted orb weavers because of the red spots on their abdomens.
Size: Male: 0.27-0.35 cm (0.1-0.138 in) Female: 0.46-0.6 cm (0.18-0.24 in)
Color: They are green, with their abdomen having an orange blotch and several red spots.
Other Characteristic Features: Their bodies are covered in setae.
The eggs are generally laid in a sac by the female spiders.
Spiderlings are yellow, ballooning off with the help of a silk thread once mature enough.
The wheel-shaped webs are often observed high on trees, either on leaves or between branches.
Their bite is not deadly to humans.
Araneus cingulatus Spider
| Lifespan | Around 1 year |
| Distribution | The United States |
| Habitat | Forests |
| Diet | Insects |
Image Source: bugguide.net, i.pinimg.com
Araneus cingulatus is a member of the family of orb weaver spiders. They are sometimes referred to as red spotted orb weavers because of the red spots on their abdomens.
Size: Male: 0.27-0.35 cm (0.1-0.138 in) Female: 0.46-0.6 cm (0.18-0.24 in)
Color: They are green, with their abdomen having an orange blotch and several red spots.
Other Characteristic Features: Their bodies are covered in setae.
The eggs are generally laid in a sac by the female spiders.
Spiderlings are yellow, ballooning off with the help of a silk thread once mature enough.
The wheel-shaped webs are often observed high on trees, either on leaves or between branches.
Their bite is not deadly to humans.
Araneus cingulatus Spider
| Lifespan | Around 1 year |
| Distribution | The United States |
| Habitat | Forests |
| Diet | Insects |
Image Source: bugguide.net, i.pinimg.com
Roy Williams on May 24, 2022.
Dr. Watuwa James
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