The Misunderstood Spider meme, also known as 'Spider Bro,' features a macro photograph of a jumping spider looking unexpectedly adorable with its large eyes. First appearing on Reddit around 2011, the format typically uses a two-part caption: the top text suggests a typical arachnophobic fear, while the bottom text reveals the spider's true, benevolent intentions. It subverts the common 'kill it with fire' trope by personifying the spider as a loyal, bug-eating roommate who is tragically unappreciated or accidentally killed by the humans he tries to protect. This template remains a staple for dark humor and wholesome subversion across various social media platforms.