: Members of the order Araneae and family Araneidae .
: Most species have a large, bulbous abdomen, often bearing a distinctive pattern of symmetrical pale spots or a "cross" (especially in Araneus diadematus ). Females are typically significantly larger (up to 25 mm) than males. araneus
: While they use low-toxicity venom to immobilize prey like flies and wasps, they are generally considered harmless to humans . Habitat and Behavior : Members of the order Araneae and family Araneidae