The false widow spider (Steatoda Nobilis) can be spotted this time of year (autumn) as the weather gets wet and colder. This widow has some likenesses to the black widow spider, but is clearly identifiable as it has cream markings on its abdomenthat resembles a skull. They grow as long as 1.6 cm in length with a leg span of another 3cm. Being nocturnal (coming out in the night), this spider is rarely seen during the day - hidden in cracks and crevices in it web. Normally they are an introverted spider favouring warm environments where they wait to do their hunting. Similar to most spiders, they will bite if provoked but their venom is not particularly potent. Usually the only symptom is pain at the site which may radiate away from the bite. It ordinarily lasts between one and 12 hours, and rarely for more than 24 hours. Often, the symptoms are no worse than the pain of a wasp sting. The best way to control most spiders is by keeping your house clean and tiding, removing any live or dead insects. Go Green Pest Control and Exterminators does offer a false widow spider removal service.
