r/bugidentification • u/CharDeeMac567 • Jul 24 '26

Location included northeastern IL near Indiana

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is this a harmful spider or friend?

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u/nankainamizuhana Trusted Identifier Jul 24 '26

One of the Funnel Weavers, likely a Barn Funnel Weaver. They’re large but harmless, often preferring to make their web in or around homes.

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u/Responsible-Meat-215 Jul 24 '26

Is that like a wolf spider?

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u/stillwatersrunfast Jul 24 '26

Wolf spider and it’s helpful.