
Comments & ID Thoughts
This appears to be a Joro Spider. The markings underneath match up, as well as the markings on the legs. I saw one last year in our front yard as well. These are beautiful spiders with magnificent webs.
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- Submitted: Oct 18, 2023
- Photographed: Oct 18, 2023
- Spider: Trichonephila clavata (Jorō spider)
- Location: Decatur, Georgia, United States
- Spotted Outdoors: Low foliage (shrubs, herbs, garden, excluding flowers)
- Found in web?: Yes
- Attributes:
Beautiful picture.
Species Trichonephila clavata – Jorō Spider – BugGuide.Net
The Asian legend of the Joro Spider is interesting. She’s a beautiful villain that lures young male musicians to their deaths.