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The giant house spider is one of the biggest spiders of Central and Northern Europe. Previously belonging to the genus ''Tegenaria'' , it is now a member of the newly described genus ''Eratigena'' and is a close relative of both the domestic house spider and the infamous hobo spider. The bite of this species does not pose a threat to humans or pets, and it is generally reluctant to bite, preferring to escape.