Spiny orb weavers

Spiny orb weavers are the spiders with the prominent spines on their abdomen.Their shell is shaped like a crab shell with spikes. So,these spider species is also known as crab-like orb waevers.Although these are not as large as other orb weavers,their combined color,shape and distinctive web makes them a very recognisable spider.spiny orb weavers are one of the many beneficial spiders, since they prey upon small pests that are present in crops and suburban areas. Their bites are generally harmless to humans and can be a nuisance when they build large webs in place inconvenient for human beings.Despite their formidable appearance,these spiders are not considered dangerous.spiny orb weavers have a broad abdomen that can be white ,orange,or yellow with red marking.A new web is constructed each night to make sure that the structure is secure.typically adult females construct nest from a single thread close by the nest of female. females produce an egg sac with 100 to 260 eggs while facing down near the web.females are 5 to 9 mm long and 10 to 13 mm wide.males are much smaller than females, 2 to 3 mm long and slightly longer than wide.Spiny orbs do not live very long. their lifespan only lasts until reproduction.