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Brown Recluse Spiders: 15 Facts and Information

June 12, 2018August 2, 2017 by Irina

Brown recluse spider in dry winter grass

Brown recluse spiders are a potential danger to humans, especially people who have a weakened immune system, are elderly or are children. Rumors suggest that the brown recluse has now made its way into California, but is it true?

We’re going to debunk the rumors and learn a lot more about the characteristics, habits and facts behind the brown recluse.

Basic Information About the Brown Recluse Spider

Brown recluse spiders have very distinct colors, and patterns and they can be a sort of dull yellow color to dark brown in color. You’ll find that the younger spiders will have a lighter color than the adults. And when you view the brown recluse spider up close, you’ll find that it has a dark violin pattern on the dorsum.

Camel Spiders: Distinguishing Fact from Fiction with 5 Myths Unraveled

July 23, 2019August 2, 2017 by Irina

Camel spiders are huge. While the name “camel spider” doesn’t sound too bad, this spider’s real name is the Egyptian Giant Solpugid. I love this spider because it’s home to many myths and rumors, but a lot of these tall tales are false.

Many myths of the giant camel spider come from the Iraq War.

Basic Information About the Camel Spider

Camel spiders are not real spiders. This is very confusing because the camel spider is part of the Arachnida class, but they’re really solpugids. In fact, these spiders are in the order of solifugae while also being in the class of Arachnida.

Amazing Black Widow Spider Facts & Bite Treatment

June 12, 2018August 1, 2017 by Irina

Most of us are scared of spiders – even if we don’t want to admit it. But there’s one spider that really terrifies us: the black widow. Not only does its name sound terrifying, but this creepy-crawly creature has a bite that can really do some damage.

Featuring shiny black bodies, this spider has a red hourglass shape on its back. This spider is so dangerous, it even tells you that you’re time is running out if you’re bit by one.

Knowing how to identify a black widow spider is life skill everyone should have. Let’s take a closer look at what this spider looks like, how it behaves and other interesting facts about the black widow.

Wolf Spider Facts – Identifying and Controlling These Arachnids

July 23, 2019August 1, 2017 by Irina

Close up of wolf spider on white background.

Members of the Lycosidae family, the wolf spider is just like its namesake – agile and quick with excellent eyesight. Living as lone wolves, these spiders do not spin webs and will sometimes hunt down their prey.

With more than 125 species of the wolf spider in the United States alone, it’s safe to say that this is one of the most common types of spiders. And because they’re larger in size, these spiders send most people running for the hills when they see them.

The good news? A wolf spider’s bite hurts, but it isn’t deadly. Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating spider.

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Wolf Spider Identification

Spiders 101: Amazing Facts, Common Species & Prevention

July 23, 2019July 31, 2017 by Irina

Jumping spider isolated on light green background.

Imagine having four pairs of eyes, eight legs and a reputation for being a creepy, crawly critter. That’s the life of a spider, an arachnid found in nearly every corner of the earth.

These critters, as bad as their reputation may be, are fascinating to learn about. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common species and learn some amazing facts about these primitive creatures.

Spider Facts

1. Body Structure

Tarantulas: Identification, Species, Facts and Information About This Famed Species

June 12, 2018July 31, 2017 by Irina

Tarantulas are spread across the world from Asia to the United States, and this species has 800+ sub-species, according to estimates. Some estimates state that there is just over 700 species of tarantula.

And this family of spiders is known for being a household pet.

When you see a spider, you’ll be able to quickly determine if the spider is a tarantula or if it is a different species. There are a lot of characteristics that can help you with the identification process.

Tarantula Identification

Tarantulas are often kept as pets, but they’re also found in the wild – and they’re easy to identify. These spiders have a very unique body structure and appearance.

Spider Traps: 9 Best-Selling Spider Traps & How to Use Them

July 23, 2019July 28, 2017 by Irina

Small brown spider in spider web zoomed in with green foliage in the background.

Spider traps can help you trap a spider using an active trap field entrance, spider glue traps or other means that trap the critter (and often kill it). I’m going to review nine of the best traps on the market today, but before I do that, let’s discuss how to set a spider trap properly.

How to Set a Spider Trap

Spider traps came in a lot of different styles, so you’ll need to know how to trap spiders using the best-selling traps. You can make your own traps or kill spiders in various ways, but real traps work best.

If you’re dealing with black widow spiders or a brown recluse spider, you will need a recluse spider trap.

How to Identify Hobo Spiders and Treat Hobo Bites

July 6, 2018July 28, 2017 by Irina

Native to Western Europe, the hobo spider is a feisty creature – it’s nickname is “aggressive house spider.” But these arachnids only bite humans when threatened or provoked.

There’s still much debate about the medical significance of its bite, but we do know one thing: they love to build their webs near human habitats.

Still, the hobo spider is a fascinating creature that deserves exploration.

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Hobo Spider Identification

Banana Spider Facts and Bite Treatment

April 10, 2019July 27, 2017 by Irina

Known for their impressive and durable webs, banana spiders – or golden orb-weavers – live in warmer regions of the world. Their genus name Nephila comes from Ancient Greek and translates to “fond of spinning.”

The banana spider goes by many names – giant wood spider, calico spider, writing spider and silk orb-weaver spider – but these creatures are mostly harmless and can be beneficial in the garden.

Banana Spider Identification

Banana spiders are known for their impressive webs and distinct appearance. Let’s take a closer look at this spider’s appearance and behavior.

3 Easy-to-Get Homemade Spider Repellents and Traps

June 12, 2018July 27, 2017 by Irina

Spiders are overtaking your home and your backyard. If you’re tired of sharing your space with creepy crawly critters, it may be time to start using repellents and traps to send these guys packing.

But how do you repel or trap spiders? We’re going to share three easy-to-get spider traps and repellents that you can make at home today.
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3 Homemade Spider Traps

Homemade traps and repellents don’t have to be expensive or hard to find. These three solutions use common everyday materials you probably have in your home already. If you don’t, they’re inexpensive and easy to find.