House Spider

Range: Tropical and temperate regions worldwide
Habitat: Various habitats; found in and around houses, barns, and other structures
Conservation Status: Not listed by IUCN
Scientific Name: Achaearanea tepidariorum

The house spider is found throughout North America. Males have poor vision will and court a female by carefully plucking certain strands on her web.

The unruly webs produced by this spider are commonly called "cobwebs" when they collect dust.