Herpyllus
Scientific name: Herpyllus
Herpyllus
Scientific name: Herpyllus
Description
Herpyllus, often mistakenly anticipated as hostile, belong to a fascinating group of ground spiders. Contrary to common fears, these creatures focus primarily on hunting small arthropods instead of threatening humans. With their matte black appearance camouflaging them at night, Herpyllus species exhibit expert nocturnal hunting tactics, using speed and stealth rather than webs, debunking a popular misconception that all spiders spin webs to catch their prey.