I found this spider in our garage today… it's a 'False Widow' spider. There has been a lot in the press recently about these as some types can be venomous although not dangerous, apparently they can sting like a wasp.
I did some research and found that actually this is a False Widow spider better known as the 'Rabbit Hutch' spider - latin name Steatoda bipunctata! This sort does not bite and is quite common and native to the UK. Although it does look a lot more intimidating that our usual orb spiders I decided to leave her where she is as she will be doing a good job keeping the flies down in the summer.
I have to admit she is beautiful even though I'm not fond of spiders. Beautiful sharp focus and nice bokeh in your capture, Emma. BTW, I just posted something to you this morning, finally!
@catwoman2@tristansmum I don't mind spiders but I was getting a bit freaked out when she was blown up to 100% on screen! I'm excited about the post… will be watching out each day although things seem to take about a week to get here. Sending you an email with some Isabelle and Maddy mouse photos!
