What they look like: The infamous black widow has a ... Hobo spiders are tannish-brown and the top of the spider may look mottled, with darker and lighter spots, Potzler says.

Like the black widow, the brown widow spider typically has a stark color ... possibly tangled webs in out-of-the-way spots in or around your home (closets, garages, sheds, etc.) ...

Brown widows are slightly smaller than black widow spiders, with females measuring ... Urban areas provide plenty of hiding spots and food sources, making them ideal for these adaptable arachnids.