What is this and why is it in the shed

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LiftFan Bath, United Kingdom Nov 12, 2016

Ok, so there's quite a few of these in the shed and they really creep everyone out. Are they dangerous, do they bite, etc?

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Flapdoodle Minot, ND Nov 13, 2016

This is a cobweb/comb-footed spider (family Theridiidae) in the genus Steatoda. Some species in this genus are known as 'false widow' or 'rabbit hutch' spiders; they are not aggressive, but may bite if handled carelessly. Their bite can be quite painful (personal experience), but not dangerous. See http://www.uksafari.com/falsewidows5.htm

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