Woodlouse Hunter Spider

Natural Habitat

Typically found in damp places under rocks, logs, or leaf litter; commonly enters homes in basements or bathrooms.

Diet & Feeding

Strictly carnivorous, primarily preying on woodlice (sowbugs or pillbugs) using their large chelicerae.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal hunters that do not spin webs to catch prey; they use silk only for retreats or egg sacs. They are active year-round in milder climates.

Risks & Benefits

Generally beneficial as they control pest populations; while they have large fangs and can bite if handled, their venom is not medically significant to humans.

Identified on: 6/9/2026