Pholcidae
Daddy-Long-Legs Spider Identification in Australia
Very thin-legged indoor spider in loose corner webs, common in houses and garages.
Usually low riskDaddy-long-legs spiders are familiar indoor spiders with delicate legs and loose webs. A tiny body set in a tangled ceiling-corner, garage or cupboard web is a stronger clue than leg length alone; several unrelated animals are casually called daddy-long-legs. When disturbed, the spider may vibrate rapidly in the web. Compare the loose indoor web and extremely thin legs with a redback or house spider only if the body markings and web position create uncertainty, and avoid reaching into any occupied corner web.
Quick identification
- Tiny body with extremely long legs
- Loose indoor web
- Often in ceiling corners
- May vibrate rapidly when disturbed
What to check next
Check for very thin legs and a loose corner web.
When to seek medical help
Medical issues are unusual; seek advice for unexpected symptoms.
Where it is usually seen
Ceiling corners, garages, cupboards and sheltered indoor spaces.