The bright contrast of yellow and black on a spider may make it look very scary, but most do more good than harm. Here's how to identify friends and foes.

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The webs constructed by orb weavers are the classic circular webs that we most often associate with garden spiders. They look a little like a round fishing net, and their purpose is to catch prey.

Fall is mating season for spiders, and while their sudden movements can startle a gardener, try to remember: They are beneficial, and they're after prey, not us.

The new species from Ecuador — with two long, pointy growths on its back — belongs to a genus, or group of species, not seen in 30 years, a study said.

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Only two Washington spiders are venomous, and mostly found on the east side of the state. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.

Different types of spiders specialize in catching different prey. Orb-weaver spiders, for example, build large, circular webs between plants to trap flying insects like flies, moths, and mosquitoes.

Most spider species subdue dinner by injecting venom from their fangs. Feather-legged lace weavers swathe prey in silk, then upchuck a killing brew.

In the garden, they are valuable predators, living off all kinds of insects. Good or bad is not important to them; everything is lunch, even other spiders.

Only two Washington spiders are venomous, and mostly found on the east side of the state. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.

Orb Weaver Webs The webs constructed by orb weavers are the classic circular webs that we most often associate with garden spiders.