False Widow Spiders (Steatoda spp.)

by Jeffrey S. Pippen | Back to Jeff's Spiders Page | Jeff's Nature Pages

While not as dangerous as widow spiders in the genus Lactrodectus, false widows are reported to possess venom that can be harmful to humans. These spiders should not be handled and bites should be avoided.
#2949
Steatoda sp., probably Steatoda bipunctata
Pine forest in Orange Co., NC
6 Mar 2008

Thanks to Mel Turner for ID assistance!


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