Bug Identifier
Likely male southern house spider
Community identification

Likely male southern house spider

Kukulcania hibernalis

Order & Family
Araneae; Filistatidae
Size
Body about 8–13 mm; long legs make the spider appear considerably larger.
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Natural Habitat

Homes and other sheltered structures, especially cracks, corners, and window frames; also occurs outdoors under bark and in crevices.

Diet & Feeding

Catches insects and other small arthropods in a messy, woolly web.

Behavior Patterns

Males wander while searching for females and are often mistaken for recluse spiders. Females remain near their webs; the species is not aggressive.

Risks & Benefits

Not considered medically significant and bites are uncommon; it helps control household insects.