Herpyllus ecclesiasticus
(Eastern Parson Spider)

Picture ID 3904

Comments & ID Thoughts

Possibly a parson spider of some kind but not positive. Is it aggressive?

Submitted by:
jaxson02
Submitted: Jan 12, 2018
Photographed: Jan 12, 2018
Spider: Herpyllus ecclesiasticus (Eastern Parson Spider)
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Spotted Indoors: Attic
Found in web?: No
Attributes: Dorsal

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Britsnana1

January 12, 2018 7:40 am

I agree with the Parson spider,they are not aggressive and not a medically significant spider. I usually put them outside. They are commonly found in homes.

ItsyBitsy

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January 12, 2018 8:04 am

Yes, an Eastern Parson Spider (Herpyllus ecclesiasticus). They’re not aggressive but they’re very fast and can bite in self defense if they feel trapped. To remove them try placing a cup on it and gently sliding a stiff piece of paper underneath and carry it outside.