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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone know about black widow spiders? [View all]ailsagirl
(22,904 posts)31. Yikes!!
That photo is frightening!! And so is your tale-- I am amazed that you were in the midst of an infestation and glad you weren't bitten and that you didn't resort to mass murder of the widows. But that's still one hair-raising tale, even if they weren't aggressive.
After reading all the responses to this thread, I have concluded that what I have (had?) is a BW, albeit a small one. Your mention of "erratic webs" really cinches it. Now all I need to do is find out where in my house she moved!!
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Are you looking to determine if it is really a black widow or are you looking for help
PoliticAverse
Aug 2015
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Years ago, I worked on a ranch that was infested with black widows: they were everywhere
struggle4progress
Aug 2015
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