What is a Joro spider? This invasive species has made a home in Northeast Georgia - Gainesville Times

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What is a Joro spider? This invasive species has made a home in Northeast Georgia

The invasive Joro spider may look similar to native yellow arachnid species, but there are a few distinctive traits that help it stand out like its yellow-hued multi-layered webs. - photo by Kelsey Podo

10082020 SPIDER.jpg — The invasive Joro spider may look similar to native yellow arachnid species, but there are a few distinctive traits that help it stand out like its yellow-hued multi-layered webs. - photo by Kelsey Podo

For the past couple of years Joro spiders — which are widespread in China, Korea, Japan and Taiwan — have taken up residence in Northeast Georgia.