Some of the most amazing species in the world may be found in Norway’s untamed wilderness. Traveling to Norway gives you the chance to witness animals that are uncommon elsewhere. If you are afraid of creepy crawlers, you will not find much of them in Norway, but it is still worthwhile to know what types of spiders you might encounter. Be wary as although spiders are rare there are still some a few types that are dangerous to humans.
Spiders in Norway Identification Chart
Common Spiders in Norway
Biggest Spiders in Norway
Most Venomous Spiders
Orb Weavers (Araneids)
- Cucumber Green Spider – Araniella cucurbitina
Less Venomous Spiders
Cobweb Spiders/Tangle Web Spiders (Theridiidae)
Funnel Weaver Spiders
Nursery Web Spiders (Pisauridae)
- European Nursery Web Spider / Nursery Web Spider – Pisaura mirabilis
- Raft Spider – Dolomedes fimbriatus
Orb Weavers
- Walnut Orbweaver – Nuctenea umbratical
- Four Spot Orb Weaver Spider – Araneus quadratus
Comb-footed Spiders
Jumping Spiders
Crab Spiders (Thomisidae)