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Need to identify a spider #877169

Asked July 14, 2024, 3:25 PM EDT

Please help me identify a spider. I will include a photo- we have lots of them in our basement.

Douglas County Colorado

Expert Response

Hi Kathleen,

From what I can see in the photo, that is a funnel weaver spider (not to be confused with the Australian funnel-web spider!).  These are common Colorado spiders that are often found in homes.

This fact sheet discusses life history and biology very thoroughly:https://webdoc.agsci.colostate.edu/bspm/ArthropodsofColorado/Funnel-Weaver-Spiders.pdf

and this one provides a shorter overview, along with some control recommendations if you'd like to pursue them: https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/insects/spiders-in-the-home-5-512/


I hope this is helpful!

Cordially,

John

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 15, 2024, 3:15 PM EDT
Hi John,

Thank you! The information you sent is very helpful. 

Kathleen 

On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 1:15 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied July 15, 2024, 11:16 PM EDT

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