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Spiders in Rhode Island

Spiders found in Rhode Island include 16 unique species from confirmed sightings by contributing members of Spider ID. It is important to remember that spiders seen in Rhode Island are not bound by the territorial lines decided on by humans, therefore their distribution is subject to change. Occasionally, spiders can be found well outside of their known range due to being intentionally or accidentally transported by humans in cars, luggage, and other belongings.

16 Species Found in Rhode Island

Araneus diadematus
(Cross Orb-weaver)
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Araneus marmoreus
(Marbled Orb-weaver)
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108 pictures
Argiope aurantia
(Black and Yellow Garden Spider)
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149 pictures
Dolomedes tenebrosus
(Dark Fishing Spider)
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266 pictures
Gladicosa gulosa
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21 pictures
Heteropoda venatoria
(Huntsman Spider)
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99 pictures
Hogna baltimoriana
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19 pictures
Latrodectus variolus
(Northern Black Widow)
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15 pictures
Maevia inclemens
(Dimorphic Jumper)
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30 pictures
Meta ovalis
(Cave Orb-weaver)
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11 pictures
Phidippus audax
(Bold Jumper)
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208 pictures
Pisaurina mira
(Nursery Web Spider)
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286 pictures
Steatoda triangulosa
(Triangulate Cobweb Spider)
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225 pictures
Tigrosa helluo
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155 pictures
Trachelas tranquillus
(Broad-faced Sac Spider)
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32 pictures
Trochosa ruricola
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17 pictures

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