Bug Identifier
Cellar spider (likely a short-bodied cellar spider)
Community identification

Cellar spider (likely a short-bodied cellar spider)

Physocyclus globosus

Order & Family
Araneae, Pholcidae
Size
Body about 3–6 mm; legs span roughly 2–5 cm.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Sheltered indoor spaces such as cellars, garages, and corners of buildings; also occurs outdoors in protected spots.

Diet & Feeding

Catches small insects and other spiders in loose, irregular webs.

Behavior Patterns

Builds a tangled web and may vibrate rapidly when disturbed. Females carry a small cluster of eggs in their mouthparts until the spiderlings hatch.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people; its bite is rare and not medically significant. It can help control household insect pests.