widow spider
Black-bodied venomous spider
Widow spiders are venomous spiders of the genus *Latrodectus*, named for the female's occasional habit of eating the male after mating.
The black widow is the most familiar species, recognized by its glossy black body and red hourglass marking.
Their venom is potent but rarely fatal to humans with modern treatment: She was bitten by a widow spider in the garage.
- venomousProducing injected toxins
- hourglassGravity-powered sand timer
- webInterwoven filament structure
- dark cornerShadowed, secluded spot
- bitePierce with teeth
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