Goldenrod crab spiders (Misumena vatia), native to North America and venomous to insects, appear in British gardens, posing no threat to humans.
Bright yellow, color-shifting Misumena vatia spiders (goldenrod crab spiders) have been spotted in British gardens, with a recent sighting in Richmond, London. Native to North America, these venomous-to-insects spiders pose no threat to humans and change color to blend with their surroundings. Females can change from yellow to white in up to 25 days and are active between May and August, primarily in May and June.
May 18, 2024
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