Araneus gemmoides commonly known as the cat-faced spider, is a common house spider found in the USA and Canada. They are considered harmless and have low-toxicity venom. They make their webs near lights, closed spaces, and on the sides of buildings. They can also be found under wood, overhangs, or guarded places such as animal burrows. They come in varying colors but are easily identified by the two horn shaped growths on the abdomen. Their color changes from summer to winter. The female after laying her eggs will die, and the spider-lings will eat their brothers and sisters. They are useful natural predators for insects.

See also

• List of Araneidae species
• Spider families