Trawl-line spider (Egg sac)

Typically found in coastal forests, wetlands, and subtropical gardens across the southeastern United States and South America.

Strictly carnivorous, feeding on various small flying insects such as mosquitoes, flies, and gnats trapped in its orb web.

The spider creates a unique 'trawl-line' of silk where it hangs its egg sacs and attaches remnants of prey. This creates a vertical line of debris that serves as camouflaged decoys to trick predators.

Generally harmless to humans and lacks significant venom. Beneficial to the ecosystem as they provide natural pest control by consuming winged insects.