Pumpkin Spider (Marbled Orb-weaver)

Gardens, wood edges, riverbanks, and tall grasses

Carnivorous; feeds on flying insects caught in its web, such as flies, moths, and bees

Crepuscular and nocturnal orb-weaver. Often hides in a silk retreat made of a folded leaf during the day while holding a signal line connected to its web.

Generally harmless to humans; its bite is rare and typically no worse than a bee sting. Highly beneficial to ecosystems as a natural pest controller.