False Widow Spider (Steatoda nobilis) introduced species, adult, on log pile, Poole, Dorset, England, September

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False Widow Spider (Steatoda nobilis) introduced species, adult, on log pile, Poole, Dorset, England, September

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Alien Aliens Arachnid Arachnids Dorset Introduced Introduction Introductions Isle Isles Logs Macaronesia Macaronesian Pile Piles Species Spider Spiders Venomous Poole Theridiidae

EDITORS COMMENTS
Who needs a haunted house when you have this venomous beauty lurking in your backyard? Meet the False Widow Spider, the latest addition to England's coastal wildlife. This adult arachnid is not your average eight-legged creature - it's an alien invader from afar! With its sleek black body and striking red markings, it could easily be mistaken for a Halloween decoration. Perched on a log pile in Poole, Dorset, this spider seems right at home in its autumnal surroundings. It's as if Mother Nature herself decided to add some creepy-crawly flair to the season. But don't let its elegant appearance fool you; this spider packs quite a bite! As an introduced species, the False Widow Spider has made itself comfortable on these British shores. Its presence adds an air of mystery and excitement to our already diverse wildlife population. Who knows what other surprises await us along the coast? So next time you're strolling through Dorset's picturesque landscapes, keep an eye out for this fascinating arthropod. Just remember to admire from a safe distance – after all, we wouldn't want any unexpected encounters with those venomous fangs!

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