Community identification
Long-legged cellar spider (daddy longlegs spider)
Likely *Pholcus* sp.; species cannot be confirmed from the image
- Order & Family
- Araneae, Pholcidae
- Size
- Body typically 2–10 mm; legs may span 25–50 mm, depending on species.
Natural Habitat
Dark, sheltered indoor spaces such as ceilings, corners, basements, garages, and undisturbed webs.
Diet & Feeding
Predatory; captures flies, mosquitoes, moths, and other small arthropods in irregular, sticky webs.
Behavior Patterns
Builds loose cobwebs and often vibrates rapidly when disturbed, making its body difficult to see. Females carry egg sacs in their jaws until hatching.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to people and not medically significant. Beneficial as a household predator of nuisance insects.