OT: Spider ID

[lcs]

We've seen this spider a couple of times now. Just wondering what it is. I tried looking around on the internet, but no luck so I knew the next thing I needed to do was come here! :thumbsup:

Any ideas? Wolf spider?

On the ceiling in the livingroom. Right over my tank actually . . .

 

[aquadonkey]

Nice pic.
I have no idea what it is - just wish I hadn't looked at it right before bed (shiver).

 

[lcs]

just wish I hadn't looked at it right before bed (shiver).

Heh, sorry! Of course as my husband was taking pictures it disappeared. It's on the loose!

 

[Conesus_Kid]

I don't have my field guide here, so...

Paging Tad. Paging Dr. Tad!
:spin1:

 

[Twinpanther]

Think I may have found him. Looks like a Parson Spider. Mostly harmless but possible alergic reaction in some people.

Info Here.

From the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

"The parson spider is a nuisance in homes and is generally nontoxic; although some people may experience allergic reactions to the bites. The parson spider is about 1/2 inch long and may vary in color from brown to black. The front segment of the body tends to be a chestnut color, while the abdomen is grayish with a distinctive white or pink pattern along its middle. The body is covered with fine hairs, giving a velvety appearance. The parson spider is usually found outdoors under rocks or in piles of brush or firewood. This spider does not spin a web, but wanders on the ground in search of prey.

Indoors, this spider wanders about at night and conceals itself beneath objects or in clothing during the day. Most bites from this spider occur at night or when it is trapped in clothing. While the parson spider is not considered poisonous, bite symptoms are variable in severity. Some people may experience localized allergic swelling and itching in addition to initial pain. A few persons may experience excessive swelling, nervousness, nausea, sweating and elevated temperatures from the bites."

 

[shawna1972]

OMG......that's creepy! I hope you find him lol

 

[jdoenumber2]

Thats a jumping skin burrowing spider.

 

[TimmyNY]

looks like the one from the movie Arachnophobia :lmao:

Tim

 

[lcs]

I think you hit it Twinpanther. That bug ID site is great - I bookmarked it for future reference.

Thanks a lot. Hopefully s/he will find it's way outside. Ugh.