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House Spider Collection

The House spider, scientifically known as Tegenaria sp. , is a fascinating arachnid that often goes unnoticed in our homes

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House spider (Tegenaria domestica)

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Female House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) at the mouth of her tubular silk retreat in an old stone wall

Female House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) at the mouth of her tubular silk retreat in an old stone wall
Female House spider (Tegenaria sp.) at the mouth of her tubular silk retreat in an old stone wall, Somerset, UK, September

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Orders of Arachnids
6338811 Orders of Arachnids by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Orders of Arachnids. Trapdoor spider, house spider, wolf spider, whip scorpion, yellow-tailed scorpion, sun spider)

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider, Tegenaria gigantea, with hairy abdomen and legs, side view

House spider, Tegenaria gigantea, with hairy abdomen and legs, side view

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider, Tegenaria gigantea, detail of face and hairy legs, front view

House spider, Tegenaria gigantea, detail of face and hairy legs, front view

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Overhead view of a house spider

Overhead view of a house spider

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Spider engraving 1895

Spider engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Dustbunny Spider (Tegenaria atrica) adult female, in process of regrowing right rear leg

Dustbunny Spider (Tegenaria atrica) adult female, in process of regrowing right rear leg, on tile floor in house, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, May

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Catching a House spider (Tegenaria sp. ), using tip of paintbrush to persuade it out of corner

Catching a House spider (Tegenaria sp. ), using tip of paintbrush to persuade it out of corner
Catching a House spider (Tegenaria sp.), using tip of paintbrush to persuade it out of corner and holding glass jar above it, close-up

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Giant house spider (Tegenaria duellica) having caught a bluebottle

Giant house spider (Tegenaria duellica) having caught a bluebottle

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) crawling along the edge of a plastic bowl, weaving a web

House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) crawling along the edge of a plastic bowl, weaving a web
House spider (Tegenaria sp.) crawling along the edge of a plastic bowl, weaving a web

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) near upturned glass jar

House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) near upturned glass jar
House spider (Tegenaria sp.) near upturned glass jar

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) in see-through container

House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) in see-through container
House spider (Tegenaria sp.) in see-through container

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Giant house spider (Tegenaria gigantea), view from above

Giant house spider (Tegenaria gigantea), view from above

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider (tegenaria sp. ) hunting bluebottle

House spider (tegenaria sp. ) hunting bluebottle
House spider (tegenaria sp.) hunting bluebottle

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider, above view

House spider, above view

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) in jar with lid closed, close-up

House spider (Tegenaria sp. ) in jar with lid closed, close-up
House spider (Tegenaria sp.) in jar with lid closed, close-up

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider F007 / 6580

House spider F007 / 6580
House spider (Tegenaria domestica)

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider F007 / 6579

House spider F007 / 6579
House spider (Tegenaria domestica)

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: House spider F007 / 6581

House spider F007 / 6581
House spider (Tegenaria domestica)

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Tegenaria gigantia, house spider

Tegenaria gigantia, house spider
Its usually the males which are seen struggling in baths, as they tend to wander in searching for females and get stuck. The males have longer legs and slimmer abdomens that the females

Background imageHouse Spider Collection: Cardinal Spider (Tegenaria parietina) adult, standing on carpet in house, Sussex, England

Cardinal Spider (Tegenaria parietina) adult, standing on carpet in house, Sussex, England

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House spider (Tegenaria domestica) in its nest


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The House spider, scientifically known as Tegenaria sp. , is a fascinating arachnid that often goes unnoticed in our homes. This female they are be found at the mouth of her tubular silk retreat, nestled within an old stone wall. Belonging to the Orders of Arachnids, these creatures have been documented throughout history. An engraving from 1895 showcases their intricate features and unique anatomy. One particular species, the Dustbunny Spider (Tegenaria atrica), displays resilience as it regrows its right rear leg on a tile floor inside a house. Its determination is truly remarkable. Another member of this family is the Giant House spider (Tegenaria duellica), which demonstrates its predatory skills by capturing a bluebottle fly. Their ability to catch prey efficiently highlights their importance in maintaining balance within our ecosystems. Observing a House spider weaving its web along the edge of a plastic bowl reveals their meticulous nature and impressive craftsmanship. These delicate structures serve as both hunting grounds and shelter for these skilled arthropods. Sometimes, we may find ourselves needing to relocate these spiders without causing harm or distress to them. Using gentle persuasion with the tip of a paintbrush and carefully placing an upturned glass jar above them allows us to safely catch and release them back into nature. For those who wish to study or admire these creatures up close, keeping them in see-through containers provides an opportunity for observation while ensuring their well-being.