Spider FAQs

Cellar spiders, often called “daddy long legs,” are a familiar sight in basements and corners of quiet rooms. While they may look fragile, these spiders … Read More

The hobo spider (Eratigena agrestis) is a fast-moving funnel web spider that often sparks curiosity—and sometimes fear—when spotted in homes across North America and Europe. … Read More

When you see a messy, irregular web tucked into a window corner or under a porch, chances are you’ve found the work of a tangle … Read More

When people think of spiders, they usually imagine short-lived creatures that scurry around for a season or two. But the trapdoor spider is an exception. … Read More

Mouse spiders are fascinating yet often misunderstood arachnids. Despite their intimidating appearance, they are not as well-known as their relatives like tarantulas or funnel-web spiders. … Read More

Black house spiders (Badumna insignis) are common in many urban areas and often build their messy, funnel-like webs in sheltered spots around buildings, fences, and … Read More

Hobo spiders are often misunderstood—blamed for dangerous bites and feared for their fast movements. But how much of that is fact versus myth? In this … Read More

The Sydney funnel-web spider is one of the most feared spiders on Earth—and for good reason. Found around eastern Australia, especially in Sydney, this spider … Read More

Orb weaver spiders are among the most recognized web-builders in the world, spinning those classic round webs you see in gardens, parks, and even porches. … Read More

Joro spiders are large, colorful arachnids that have recently gained attention for rapidly spreading across the southeastern United States. But are they dangerous? Can they … Read More