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Cucumber Spider – A small but very bright green spider

July 11, 2025

The Cucumber Green Spider The cucumber spider (Araniella cucurbitina) is a common but often overlooked part of the UK’s garden and woodland wildlife. With its neon green colouring and small

The False Widow spider family (Steatoda)

July 10, 2025

The false widow spiders make up a considerable part of the Steatoda genus. Over recent years they have attracted growing attention in the UK due to their resemblance to the

Bark Sac Spider

July 10, 2025

Bark sac spiders, known scientifically as Clubiona corticalis, are a native species in the UK, though they often go unnoticed due to their discreet habits. While not as well-known as

Biggest Spiders in the UK

June 25, 2025

Whilst the UK isn’t particularly known for large or dangerous spiders, it is home to a few species that can grow impressively big by British standards. These spiders are pretty

Wasp Spider

June 23, 2025

Wasp spiders (Argiope bruennichi) are one of the more striking and unusual spiders you might come across in the UK. They have the appearance of something from a tropical country

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