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Spider #462049

Asked June 13, 2018, 2:12 PM EDT

We saw a spider very similar to it in our basement. What is it and is it poisonous? Thank you!

Allegan County Michigan

Expert Response

Hello,

Your little friend is a red-spotted ant mimic spider. Almost all spiders are venomous and will bite in self defense. This spider is not medically important and is considered to be pretty much harmless.


Regards,
Howard




Howard Russell, Entomologist Replied June 14, 2018, 8:57 AM EDT

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