Common House Spider

Widely distributed globally, typically found in man-made structures such as sheds, barns, basements, and under eaves.

Carnivorous insectivores that feed on flies, mosquitoes, ants, wasps, and other spiders that crawl into their tangled webs.

Builds tangled, messy-looking cobwebs. They are non-aggressive, usually retreating to a corner of the web when disturbed. Females produce distinctive pear-shaped, brownish egg sacs.

Benefits the ecosystem and homeowners by controlling pest insect populations. Their bite is not dangerous to humans, typically resulting in only minor redness or swelling similar to a bee sting if they are handled roughly.