Black widow spiders

What black widow spiders look like

Female black widows are shiny black with a red hourglass on the underside. Their bite is venomous, so they should not be handled.

Signs to look for

• Messy, irregular webs low to the ground
• Round, papery egg sacs in webs
• Spiders in garage corners, meter boxes and woodpiles

Black widow spiders in the Sacramento area

Black widows are common across the Sacramento Valley and foothills, especially in garages, block and stone walls, woodpiles, sprinkler and meter boxes, and outdoor furniture.

Prevention tips

• Wear gloves when moving firewood, pots and boxes
• Keep stored items off walls
• Clear clutter from garage corners
• Seal gaps under doors

Get help

Zap treats black widow spiders through our spider control service. Call (916) 999-9747 Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, or send a message below.