Southern house spiders are nocturnal hunters, feeding on insects that wander into their webs. Bites are very rare and are generally harmless. They may cause minor localized pain, redness ...

While they posses venom, bites from these spiders are usually harmless to humans, according to LaJaunie's Pest Control. The Southern House spider is recognizable by dark coloration and a robust build.

Georgia is home to several spider species, and some are venomous. What do they look like? How dangerous are they? What to do if bitten.

Southern house spiders are nocturnal hunters, feeding on insects that wander into their webs. Bites are very rare and are generally harmless. They may cause minor localized pain, redness ...