Spider in Minecraft
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The Spider is a hostile mob in Minecraft. A hostile mob that can climb walls. It is neutral during the day. You can find it in: the Overworld, at night or in dark places.
- Type
- Hostile mob
- Size
- 1.4 × 0.9 blocks
- Where to find
- The Overworld, at night or in dark places
- Main drops
- String and Spider Eye
Where to find the Spider
The Overworld, at night or in dark places.
Spider behavior
A hostile mob that can climb walls. It is neutral during the day.
The Spider is 0.9 blocks tall and 1.4 blocks wide, small enough to fit through one-block gaps.
What does the Spider drop?
| Drop | Notes |
|---|---|
| String | Common drop |
| Spider Eye | Only when killed by a player |
Kill it with a sword enchanted with Looting to get more drops.
In Creative mode you can spawn one with a Spider Spawn Egg.
Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you find a Spider in Minecraft?
The Overworld, at night or in dark places.
What does a Spider drop?
A Spider drops String and Spider Eye.