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