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Hello.
I live in SW Eugene, and noticed this large, very colorful spider, this morning.
I've never seen one like this, and am curious as to what it ...
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Large colorful spider #807058
Asked August 19, 2022, 1:59 PM EDT
Hello.
I live in SW Eugene, and noticed this large, very colorful spider, this morning.
I've never seen one like this, and am curious as to what it is.
Lane County Oregon
Expert Response
Hello,
This is a yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia) which is beneficial in the garden.
Here is more information:
https://hgic.clemson.edu/beneficial-yellow-garden-spiders/
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This is a yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia) which is beneficial in the garden.
Here is more information:
https://hgic.clemson.edu/beneficial-yellow-garden-spiders/
Thank you for using Ask Extension!
Thank you!
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