
Community identification
Barn Funnel Weaver
Tegenaria domestica
- Order & Family
- Araneae, Agelenidae
- Size
- Body length ranges from 7 to 14 millimeters.
Natural Habitat
Found worldwide in association with human habitations, often in cellars, basements, barns, and dark corners of buildings.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivorous; feeds on various household insects such as flies, silverfish, ants, and other small arthropods.
Behavior Patterns
Constructs a flat, sheet-like web that leads into a tubular retreat where the spider waits for prey. They are nocturnal hunters and generally shy away from humans.
Risks & Benefits
Non-aggressive and medically insignificant to humans. They provide a beneficial service by helping to control household insect populations.