They are quite variable in appearance, ranging from brown to bright orange or green, but they always have the characteristic four white spots on the abdomen.

The darker color morphs are easier to identify, due to the contrast between the white spots and the rest of the body.

The spider lives in gardens, wooded areas, or wherever there is vegetation to string an orb web across.

This species builds its web close to the ground to catch jumping insects such as small grasshoppers.

The female builds the more elaborate web, complete with a funnel-shaped retreat off to the side where she goes during inclement weather.