The black widow spider, primarily belonging to the genus Latrodectus, is found in various habitats across the world, particularly in temperate regions. They thrive in dark, sheltered areas such as woodpiles, basements, and under rocks. The most common species, the Western black widow (Latrodectus hesperus), is prevalent in the western United States, while the Southern black widow (Latrodectus mactans) is found in the southeastern U.S. and parts of the world.
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