False Widow Spider

Commonly found indoors in dark corners, cupboards, basements, and garages; also outdoors in sheltered spots like hollow trees or under rocks.

Carnivorous; feeds primarily on other insects, woodlice, and occasionally other spiders by trapping them in messy, tangled cobwebs.

Mainly nocturnal; they are known for building irregular web structures. They are generally shy and will retreat if disturbed, rarely biting unless squeezed or threatened.

Benefits include natural pest control. While they can bite, the venom is not medically significant for most humans, typically causing localized pain and minor swelling similar to a bee sting.