The Spotted Orbweaver spider has a slightly triangular to oval abdomen. The hairy body may have an orange-brown or rust coloration with black markings. The eight legs are banded with reddish-brown and pale-yellow markings. The Spotted Orbweaver hangs head down in the middle of the web when hunting. Females spin webs; males do not. The Spotted Orbweaver eats flying insects such as moths and crane flies.