Eriophora species

Fact Box Species: Eriophora species, probably originally known as an Araneus species Family: Araneidae formerly Argiopidae Body length: female: 7 mm male: about 6 mm Habitat: This spider typically builds a small orb web between branches of shrubs; unlike the common larger Eriophora species it tends to remain in the web during the daylight hours rather than moving into a retreat soon after sunrise Toxicity: This spider may cause mild illness but is small and non-aggressive

View from above In its web Female epigynum

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: The basic body shape and markings of a large number of Araneus/Eriophora species resemble those of this spider.