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Latrodectus geometricus
Interesting spider egg sacks being guarded by mom in a funnel like web above my garage door. Best picture i could get of mom without seriously bothering the nest.
That looks about right. Thanks Aaron. now I'm really glad I didnt mess with the nest to much... I was using my finger. :)
Im a little surprised, as she is really out in the open above my garage. I have always seen the black widows and (occasionally) brown widows in dark and secluded areas.
Those little brown paper-looking bumpy egg sacs are indicative of the brown widow. I can also see distinct leg banding on the spider in your second image.