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Black widow spiders #871571

Asked June 04, 2024, 4:13 PM EDT

What should I do worth a black widow spider, should It be killed or put it out in the woods? I don't want to kill it if I don't have to...

Muskegon County Michigan

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Black widows are native to MI and also rare to find!! They are predators of various insects that get caught in their webs.

They can be left alone in the woods. If you do handle it, be cautious, wear gloves, and keep in a container.

David Lowenstein Replied June 05, 2024, 11:21 AM EDT

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Black widow spiders #871571

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