True Spiders (Araneae)

“True Spiders” are all spiders in the Araneae order. This huge group of species includes some of the most famous ones, like Jumping Spiders, Red Backs, Black Widows, Wolf Spiders, and Huntsman spiders.

Tan Jumping Spider Care (Platycryptus undatus)

Tan Jumping Spider Care: the Complete Hobbyist’s guide

The tan jumping spider derives its common name from its yellowish-brown and tan coloration. They are native to North America and common across Mexico to Canada. A mature tan spider’s length ranges between 10 and 13 mm, with the females slightly bigger than the male. Caring for a tan jumping spider properly requires understanding and …

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Tan Jumping Spider Facts: All About Platycryptus undatus

Time to look at some Tan Jumping Spider facts. If you like curious, agile, and intelligent creatures – you certainly won’t be dissapointed by this little spider! Thanks to its outstanding features, you can easily distinguish a tan jumping spider from other species. They are tiny, furry creatures with enormous eyes at the front. The …

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Brazilian Wandering Spider Size

Brazilian Wandering Spider size: how big do they get?

As an avid arachnid enthusiast, my fascination with these eight-legged creatures knows no bounds. There’s something utterly captivating about their intricate web-weaving capabilities, their exceptional survival strategies, and of course, their range of sizes and appearances. But amongst this vast collection of species, one has particularly piqued my interest – the Brazilian Wandering Spider. Arguably …

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Dancing White Lady Spider Facts

Dancing White Lady Spider Facts (Leucorchestris arenicola)

Hi there, fellow spider enthusiasts and arachnid aficionados! As an amateur arachnologist, I’ve been captivated by the world of spiders since I was a kid. They’re intricate, peculiar, and, to me, utterly fascinating. Today, we’re going to delve into the sandy plains of the Namib Desert to explore one of the most intriguing arachnids in …

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Does Oregon have Brown Recluse Spiders?

Does Oregon have Brown Recluse spiders?

Hello fellow spider enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, your interest in our eight-legged friends goes beyond casual curiosity. As a dedicated arachnid hobbyist, I often find myself answering a myriad of questions about these fascinating creatures. Something I was asked recently is, “Does Oregon have brown recluse spiders?” Whilst Oregon is an absolutely incredible …

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