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Orb Weaving Spider Identification and Control in Utah
Correct identification is an important first step in pest control.
Araneidae; tetragnthidae
Orb weavers are small to large spiders. Generally they have a large, bulbs abdomen and make classic orb-shaped webs.
Orb weaving spiders are often found around buildings and homes in late summer and early fall, especially around overhanging structures such as porches or entryways, or in ornamental plants.
These spiders die out every year and leave an egg sac behind which hatch in the spring and spiderlings disperse. Orb weavers are common near exterior lighting.
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Orb weavers have a large abdomen.
They are commonly found near exterior lighting.
Orb weavers creat the classic orb-shaped web.
ARE THEY DANGEROUS
Orb weaving spiders are not known to be a health hazard and should be considered beneficial. They can be a nuisance pest outdoors, especially the webs.
Learn more by reading our blog post: Utah Spiders: Guide to Identification and Prevention.
Name:
Araneidae; Tetragnthidae
Impact:
Nuisance
Habit:
Nocturnal, meaning they are awake at night
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How To Keep Spiders Away
- Change exterior lighting to sodium vapor or yellow bulbs. These spiders like to build their webs where there are lots of flying insects.
- Minimize their harborage around the property.
- Seal exterior cracks and crevices to reduce hiding places.
- Install tight-fitting door sweeps and window screens.
- Regularly vacuum individuals and webs.
When They Enter A Building
Orb weavers do not commonly enter homes but instead build their webs on the outside of homes and structures especially where large numbers of flying insects can be captured.
- Step on, or smash individual spiders that enter buildings.
- Vacuum them up.
- Catch and release (with a glass jar) spiders found indoors.
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