Goldenrod Crab Spider Goldenrod Crab SpiderĬommon name: flower (crab) spider, goldenrod crab spiderĪs the name suggests, this spider is typically found hunting among goldenrod blooms and milkweed plants. Females have a leg span of around 45mm, while the length of male legs can be anything between 25mm to 75mm.Īlthough they are typically found inside dwellings, their bite is extremely rare. Giant House Spider Giant House Spiderįemales can reach 18.5 mm in length, while males have smaller bodies up to 15 mm long. These often account for the unnerving feeling when humans feel that the spider is observing them – it probably is! But zebra jumping spiders are far more likely to be curious than aggressive. Like all jumping spiders, they have 8 eyes, with the two front eyes being especially large. Their common name references their bold vivid black-and-white coloring. Zebra Jumping Spider Zebra Jumping SpiderĬommon name: zebra jumper, zebra jumping spiderįemale zebra spiders are 5–9 mm in length, while males are 5–6 mm.

This gives them an edge when they’re stalking prey, and helps them make eye-contact with potential mates during courtship. In common with other jumping spiders, they have large, front-facing eyes, and keen stereoscopic vision. They are usually black with spots and stripes on their abdomen and legs. They’re easy to spot because of their iridescent chelicerae. These jumping spiders are relatively large, ranging from 4mm-18mm. Bold Jumping Spider Bold Jumping SpiderĬommon name: daring jumping spider, bold jumping spider This will depend on their relative size, their sexual experience, and how hungry they are. Cross Orbweaverįemales of this species will sometimes eat the male immediately after mating. While it’s unknown why they do this, it’s assumed that predators will become confused. If they are disturbed, they’ll start vibrating in their web- so fast that they’ll become blurred. California Flattened Jumping SpiderĬommon name: European garden spider, orangie, crowned orb weaver, diadem spider, cross spider, cross orbweaverĪdult females can vary in length from 6.5mm to 20mm).

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