Pholcus phalangioides
(Long-bodied Cellar Spider)

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Picture of Pholcus phalangioides (Long-bodied Cellar Spider) - Dorsal

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we think it may be a mosquito spider, but we are unsure. Anyone know?

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CalumEwing

This is the Long-bodied Cellar Spider, Pholcus phalangioides. They are widely distributed and often found in buildings.

Villagecreep

I can confirm I keep one as a pet

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