Invertebrates
See our handy guide to critters found in local homes and our Central Coast Butterfly FAQ. Browse the insects and other terrestrial arthropods we’ve identified. Check out local marine invertebrates, particularly bivalve mollusks and intertidal organisms.
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Spider
Hello!
Can you tell what type of spider this is? It's wrapping up a honey bee.
Thanks!
Kevin, Santa Barbara - November 3, 2025
Curator Response
Hi Kevin,
This is a Banded Garden Spider, Argiope trifasciata. Native to North, Central and South America, they have been accidentally introduced around the world. They are harmless to people, and feed on a wide variety of insects.
Sincerely,
Schlinger Chair of Entomology Alex Harman, Ph.D.
