How To Help Scientists Find The Big, Colorful Spiders Invading North Georgia

Joro spiders were first found in Georgia in 2013, and they’re proliferating.

Courtesy of Mattias Johansson

Large, colorful spiders with complex webs are invading North Georgia. And no, these are not Halloween decorations.

Joro spiders were first found in the state in 2013, and they’re proliferating. Researchers say if you see one let them know.

The females are mostly yellow and can have light blue stripes and a red spot. Their legs are often striped black and yellow.