Comments & ID Thoughts
Latrodectus mactans
Southern Black Widow female
Unfortunately had to displace this big girl and her egg sac away from where the dog would be curious. I hope she survives the experience.
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- Submitted: Sep 12, 2023
- Photographed: Sep 12, 2023
- Spider: Unidentified
- Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
- Spotted Outdoors: Man-made structure (building wall, fences, etc.)
- Found in web?: Yes
- Attributes:
They are awful hardy, she would survive relocation. With eggs though, she may not live into winter but her offspring will be around next season.