Ghost Spider (likely a small species or immature specimen)

Natural Habitat

Found in a variety of habitats including forests, grasslands, gardens, and often inside homes. They prefer to hide under bark, leaves, rocks, or within silken retreats when not hunting.

Diet & Feeding

Opportunistic predators, feeding on a wide range of small insects and other arthropods. They actively hunt their prey rather than building elaborate webs.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal hunters, they are fast-moving and agile. They do not build typical prey-catching webs but construct silken retreats or sacs for molting, resting, and egg-laying. Their light coloration provides camouflage against various surfaces (hence 'ghost' spider).

Risks & Benefits

Generally considered harmless to humans. Their bites are rare and typically result in only mild, localized pain and irritation, similar to a bee sting. They are beneficial for pest control, preying on various household and garden insects.

Identified on: 9/27/2025