Everyone’s heard of Spiders and Scorpions – but what about the other arachnids? In this category we’ll take at these oddballs, from Harvestmen to Tailless Whip Scorpions.
In case you aren’t familiar with the humble harvestman, known to many as the “daddy longlegs”, it is one of the gentlest arachnids, and exhibits several behaviors that are generally absent in spiders and scorpions. Just for starters, they have a tendency to be social, sometimes even sharing food with each other. Among the other …
As someone with a passion for the fascinating world of arachnids, I’ve kept some pretty weird animals. Today, I’m excited to share my insights into one of the weirdest arachnids of all: the Tailless Whip Scorpion. With a name that might strike a note of terror in the uninitiated, these creatures are actually gentle and …
As an avid arachnid enthusiast, I’ve spent countless hours observing and studying these fascinating creatures in their natural habitats. It’s quite intriguing to note the diversity of these creatures across various environments. Today, I’d like to delve into a peculiar question that I’ve often been asked, “Are there pseudoscorpions in New York?” Are There Pseudoscorpions …
Have you found a weird little creature that looks like a scorpion with no tail? Then it’s probably a pseudoscorpion – one of Michigan’s tiniest and most misunderstood arachnids. As an avid follower and observer of the tiny yet magnificent world of arachnids, I’m excited to share some insights into one of my greatest passions: …
As a self-proclaimed aficionado of arachnids, the realm of eight-legged creatures has always enthralled me. Uncovering the intricacies and nuances of these captivating critters is not only a passionate hobby but also a journey that leads me to some seriously obscure species. A question that surfaces regularly, especially in the context of the very obscure …
In today’s article we’ll learn about the endangered Tooth Cave Pseudoscorpion (Tartarocreagris texana), and some of its cohabitant species…
They live all around the world, hiding in dark places and eating pests that would otherwise harm our food and goods – but what is a pseudoscorpion?
It might surprise you to learn that there are indeed Pseudoscorpions in Washington State. Washington is very far north, but it has a mostly temperate climate…
Pseudoscorpion vs Tick. Is there a difference? There is indeed. Though both arachnids, they show big differences in anatomy and how they interact with humans…
Are there pseudoscorpions in Canada? You might surprised to learn that are in fact many species of them there, despite the northern lattitude…
