Here's a picture of a spider on my front porch.
Can anyone tell me what it is?

Please email me if you know.

Thanks

John

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We have always called this a garden spider.
It is highly beneficial for your gardens.


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Hi John,

You spider is a Black-and-yellow Argiope
(Argiope aurantia).

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Best Regards,

John White
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