My new rescue pet

[hoodat]

A neighbor was about to swat this spider when I caught it in my cupped hands and relocated it to my herb garden. The neighboe thought I was nuts but within a few hours she had her web up and an "Open for Business" sign out.

 

[digitS']

Next, I want to see some critter that will keep your feet warm on a cold winter evening, Hoodie.

Congratulations on the new resident in your herbs.

Steve

 

[hoodat]

I don't think orb weavers are much help as predators. They catch about as many good bugs as bad but she's fun to have around.

 

[journey11]

That's a nice pic, you should frame it! Very pretty for a spider.

 

[lesa]

I vote with digit, something warm and fuzzy next time! Cool spider though!

 

[ninnymary]

That's a beautiful spider. I wish I had one of those to show my kids.

I assume you knew what kind it was and that it was harmless when you cupped it in your hands?

Mary

 

[hoodat]

None of the orb weavers found in the Us are poisonous. As kids we called them cobweb spiders because of the shape of the web. What's fun is to get a web across your face when you're walking down a path at night. Especially if the spider is still in it.

 

[wifezilla]

Orb spiders are always welcomed at my house I have one that looks similar in the front garden bed. She is a little more orange though. I told her to get busy because I was going to make her help me decorate for halloween!

 

[ShowMe31]

Excellent save! My all time favorite spider. When I was little my dad showed us to gently toss a grasshopper into the web. It would quickly spin it up. I can't wait until I can show my kids that trick, it's sooooo neat to watch.