8 most venomous & non venomous spiders in the US

Jumping Spider (Salticidae spp.)

Jumping spiders are widespread across the United States and are known for their excellent vision, agility, and hunting behavior. While they possess venom for subduing prey, their bites are harmless to humans and typically result in minimal pain

Orb Weaver Spider (Araneidae spp.)

Orb weaver spiders are known for their intricate, wheel-shaped webs and are common in gardens and wooded areas throughout the United States.

Daddy Longlegs (Pholcidae spp.)

Despite their reputation, daddy longlegs, also known as cellar spiders, are not venomous to humans. While they possess venom, their fangs are too small to penetrate human skin, making them harmless

House Spider (Parasteatoda tepidariorum)

Commonly found in homes and buildings across the United States, house spiders are non-venomous and pose no threat to humans. They are known for building messy, irregular webs in corners and crevices

Crab Spider (Thomisidae spp.)

Crab spiders are named for their crab-like appearance and habit of holding their legs out to the side. While they possess venom for subduing prey, their bites are generally harmless to humans

Cellar Spider (Pholcidae spp.)

Similar in appearance to daddy longlegs, cellar spiders are non-venomous and pose no threat to humans. They are commonly found in basements, crawl spaces, and other dark, damp areas

Grass Spider (Agelenopsis spp.)

Grass spiders are commonly found in grassy areas, gardens, and shrubbery throughout the United States. While they possess venom, their bites are generally harmless to humans and rarely result in significant symptoms

Saint Andrew's Cross Spider (Argiope aurantia)

Named for the distinctive cross-shaped web they construct, Saint Andrew's cross spiders are non-venomous and pose no threat to humans