The fierce orb weaver spider is a member of the family of orb weaver spiders. It is similar in appearance to the Araneus nordmanni.
Size: Male: 0.9-1.4 cm (0.354-0.55 in) Female: 1.1-2.1 cm (0.433-0.826 in)
Color: They are dark brown to black, with a cream or white stripe running through the abdomen.
Other Characteristic Features: There are several humps on the dorsal side of the abdomen.
This spider overwinters in the eggs stage.
These spiderlings are yellow.
This spider weaves webs between spruce branches at various heights, 150 cm above the ground. It is strong and not dense.
They are not too dangerous. While their bite can cause swelling and mild fever, these spiders will generally retreat if threatened.
Araneus saevus
| Lifespan | Around 1 year |
| Distribution | Canada and the northern United States, Russia, as well as other parts of Europe |
| Habitat | Forests |
| Diet | Flying insects like crane flies and moths |
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The fierce orb weaver spider is a member of the family of orb weaver spiders. It is similar in appearance to the Araneus nordmanni.
Fierce Orbweaver
Size: Male: 0.9-1.4 cm (0.354-0.55 in) Female: 1.1-2.1 cm (0.433-0.826 in)
Color: They are dark brown to black, with a cream or white stripe running through the abdomen.
Other Characteristic Features: There are several humps on the dorsal side of the abdomen.
This spider overwinters in the eggs stage.
These spiderlings are yellow.
This spider weaves webs between spruce branches at various heights, 150 cm above the ground. It is strong and not dense.
They are not too dangerous. While their bite can cause swelling and mild fever, these spiders will generally retreat if threatened.
Araneus saevus
| Lifespan | Around 1 year |
| Distribution | Canada and the northern United States, Russia, as well as other parts of Europe |
| Habitat | Forests |
| Diet | Flying insects like crane flies and moths |
Image Source: scx2.b-cdn.net, onh.eugraph.com
