Long-jawed Orb Weaver

Natural Habitat

Commonly found in vegetation near water, wetlands, gardens, and meadows where they can bridge gaps with their webs.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivorous; they primarily eat small flying insects like midges, gnats, and mosquitoes that get caught in their webs.

Behavior Patterns

They are known for their elongated bodies and long chelicerae (jaws). They often stretch their legs forward and backward to blend in with blades of grass or twigs when threatened.

Risks & Benefits

They are beneficial to ecosystems and gardens as natural pest controllers. They are not dangerous to humans; their venom is mild and they are not aggressive.

Identified on: 6/30/2026