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Spider with nest on potato plant #875723

Asked July 02, 2024, 6:38 PM EDT

Would like to know what spider has her babies on my potato plant.

Livingston County Michigan

Expert Response

This is a nursery web spider. They are excellent predators, and it is best to leave alone if they are not bothering you.

David Lowenstein Replied July 03, 2024, 9:33 AM EDT

Thank you, however she has lots of little ones, I will need to harvest the potatoes so I hope they all move on sooner than later!
Diane

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