Common Spiders in the United States
Black Widow: Venomous and potentially deadly, identified by its shiny black body and red hourglass mark.
Brown Recluse: Dangerous, bite can cause serious tissue damage.
Hobo Spider: Toxic, painful bite but rarely fatal.
Black House Spider: Strong venom, causes intense pain.
Mouse Spiders male and female: Painful bites, rarely dangerous to humans.
Wolf Spider: Large and fast, bite may cause irritation but low medical risk.
Huntsman Spider: Harmless to humans, helps control insect populations.
Garden Orb-Weaver: Builds large webs, not dangerous.
St Andrews Cross Spider: Recognizable by its cross-shaped posture in the web.
Trapdoor Spider: Lives in burrows, low risk to humans.
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