The parson spider is a nuisance in homes and is generally nontoxic; although some people may experience allergic reactions to the bites. The parson spider is about 1/2 inch long and may vary in
colour from brown to black. The front segment of the body tends to be a chestnut
colour, while the abdomen is greyish with a distinctive white or pink pattern along its middle. The body is covered with fine hairs, giving a velvety appearance. The parson spider is usually found outdoors under rocks or in piles of brush or firewood. This spider does not spin a web, but wanders on the ground in search of prey.
Indoors, this spider wanders about at night and conceals itself beneath objects or in clothing during the day. Most bites from this spider occur at night or when it is trapped in clothing. While the parson spider is not considered poisonous, bite symptoms are variable in severity. Some people may experience localized allergic swelling and itching in addition to initial pain. A few persons may experience excessive swelling, nervousness, nausea, sweating and elevated temperatures from the bites.
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Reply: This is a parson spider.
22 August, 2008:
glen,
i finally got one. he found me actually. he ran across my computer desk.
im sending you all the pics i have of him. i hope you can tell me what he is.
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13 June, 2008:
Hi Glen, I also have added two pictures of a spider that was high-tailing it across the living room wall the other night. I don't know what he was. Feel free to use the pictures if you want.
--Damy
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Reply: I did some research online and found it is a Herpyllus vasifer or "Parson Spider".
Wes
5 June, 2008:
Hi never seen this type of spider before, would be great if you had time to ID it and email me back.
It was found in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, Thank you very much.
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Reply: It looks like parson
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July, 2005:
You probably get e-mail about spiders all the time I found a
nice spider in my kids bath tub
http://www.3hamms.com/Picture1.jpg
http://www.3hamms.com/Picture2.jpg
Can you please tell me if this spider is dangerous and what kind is
it. What is the best way to get rid of spiders ....moth balls?Gary |
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October, 2004:
hello again,
your site is still my favourite. love what you have done since I was here last.
I
have a question, I found a small spider in my laundry room on the wall. he is
the size of a dime not counting his six legs, can you help? thank
Reply: The one is a Parson Spider. It
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29 March, 2004:
Hello,
We had this visitor last night on our kitchen floor. I looked
all over the internet and I believe it is Parson Spider which is
a ground spider of the family Gnaphosidae. What do you think?
Michael J. Schlenk
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