Are shamrock orb weavers poisonous

Answer 1

No, you can eat them with no ill effects. They are quite good roasted.

If you mean, "Are they venomous?" the answer is "Yes." As Spiders go, their venom is not as dangerous to people as some other spiders' and a bite will be painful but not usually life-threatening. It is about as bad as a wasp sting. That is not to discount the possibility that you might be deathly allergic to the venom.

If one bites you, ice the wound and seek a medical opinion. Capturing the spider to show the doctor (for positive identification) is not a bad idea if you can do it without getting bitten again.

Answer 2

The venom of the Orb Weaver is potent, but not dangerous to humans. Its venom is a neurotoxin similar to that of the black widow. However, its venom is not near as potent.

Orb weavers are reluctant to bite. Symptoms are usually negligible or mild local pain, numbness and swelling, with redness and possibly blisters forming. Occasionally nausea and dizziness can occur after a bite. Any pain should go away within 24 hours.

Answer 3

Shamrock orb weavers (Araneus trifolium) are considered to be non-venomous to humans. While they may bite if provoked, their venom is mild and typically causes no serious health effects, similar to a bee sting. If bitten, symptoms are generally limited to redness, swelling, and mild pain at the bite site.

Answer 4

yes