Tube web spiders
Scientific name: Segestria
Tube web spiders
Scientific name: Segestria
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Description
The Segestria genus contains some of the most cryptic yet fascinating spiders. Notoriously known as 'tube web spiders', they spin dense, funnel-like webs at crevices and wall joints. Their intimidating appearance belies their beneficial role in controlling pest populations. These spiders demonstrate remarkable adaptability in urban environments, showcasing their resilience and the subtle yet significant impact they have on human surroundings.
Species of Tube web spiders
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