
False Widow Spider
Unravel the web-spinning secrets of a masterful trickster!

The Basics
Scientific Name
Steatoda grossa
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Average size
0.2 to 0.4 inches long
diet
Insects and other spiders
lifespan
1 to 2 years
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Overview
The False Widow Spider, or Steatoda grossa, is a captivating member of the arachnid family. This small spider, measuring about 0.2 to 0.4 inches long, is often found in Africa and can sometimes surprise you with its trickster nature.
False Widow Spiders belong to a group that loves to spin webs. They create tangled traps to catch their favorite snacks, which mostly include insects and other spiders—talk about a spider buffet!
The False Widow Spider has a short lifespan, living for 1 to 2 years. They have earned the nickname
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