Identification
Abdomen is usually pale, but variable in colour with green and dark forms occurring. Distinctive white sputnik-shaped egg sac.
ORDER
Arachnida
FAMILY
Theridiidae
TYPE
Spiders
DISTRIBUTION
Widespread across the UK, becoming scattered in upland areas and the north. Often found in oak trees, but also herbaceous vegetation and leaf litter
Habitat
Woodland, farmland, garden
Diet
Coming soon
When to see them
They can be seen all year round