Category: Spider

Spiders! They are definitely among the most interesting and most diverse creatures in the world of bugs (although not technically insects - they are a separate family). Many would agree they are also...

Introduction Spiders make many of us cringe away, triggering some kind of automatic “ugh!” shudder response that seems to be deeply instinctive and almost uncontrollable. Arachnophobia must be...

Some Popular Choices, How to Choose Part I of this article described the many reasons why tarantulas have become very popular as pets, and what some of the pitfalls and common misconceptions might...

Learn Why Tarantulas make Great Pets, and What to Avoid Tarantulas have become especially popular as pets in recent years. In general, certain types of spiders are fun to have as pets –...

The herky-jerky movements of spider legs look unnatural and creepy to human eyes. Many psychologists believe that our primordial instincts of “arachnophobia” may well arise how we view the...

In this article we’ll answer the question, Are spiders attracted to light? But if you’re in a rush and just want to know the quick answer: most species of spiders are attracted to light at...