Spiders are great predators. They can sense danger even from a distance. The four pairs of eyes that they have are used to detect threats. Their body hairs, organs and…Continue readingHow Do Spiders Sense Danger?
A growing number of people are keeping jumping spiders as pets. Unlike tarantulas, these creatures are not dangerous and are easy to care for. They are also surprisingly friendly. Jumping…Continue readingAre Jumping Spiders Good Pets?
Spiders can be a pest in your house. They are not only annoying, but can be dangerous as well. Some types of spiders are poisonous. Fortunately, there are ways to…Continue readingHow to Kill Spiders With Bleach
Spiders do not have true blood, but they do have an oxygen-carrying substance called hemolymph. This is a watery solution that circulates in the sinuses of the internal organs. It…Continue readingDo Spiders Need Oxygen?
Spiders make webs to catch prey. They can be simple or elaborate, depending on the species. Several types of silk are used in spider web construction. Some are sticky, others…Continue readingHow Spiders Make Webs
Brown recluse spiders are insectivorous spiders. They are nocturnal and feed on both live and dead insects. These spiders are mainly found in the Midwest, South, and Southeast. Adults of…Continue readingHow Big Are Brown Recluse Spiders?
One question on many people’s minds is when do spiders lay eggs. The answer depends on the species, and can vary based on the environment. In general, the best time…Continue readingWhen Do Spiders Lay Eggs?
Spiders have an important role in ecosystems. They help regulate insect populations and keep pests away from humans. This is good news for farmers and gardeners. Although some spiders can…Continue readingWhy Spiders Are Important in Ecosystems
If you are one of the millions of people who are afraid of spiders, you are not alone. In fact, there are a few reasons why you are scared of…Continue readingWhy Spiders Are Scary
Spiders are important because they are prey for other animals and play a role in many ecosystems. For example, spiders recycle nutrients and help prevent crop damage. They also provide…Continue readingWhy Are Spiders Important?
One of the biggest fears that many people have is the fear of spiders. In fact, arachnophobia is one of the top ten phobias in the world. Many people have…Continue readingWhy Are Spiders Scary?
Insects are a group of invertebrates. They are classified into several classes. Those that belong to the class Arachnida include spiders. Spiders are an arachnid, meaning they are a specialized…Continue readingWhy Are Spiders Not Insects?
There are many pesticides that can be used to kill spiders in your home, but the majority of them only kill the eggs. Some pesticides are dangerous, so it is…Continue readingWill Bleach Kill Spiders?
When it comes to killing spiders, there are many options to choose from. You could use a toxic insecticide, but these sprays can be harmful to the environment, animals, and…Continue readingWill Lysol Kill Spiders?
Spiders sleep in a different way than humans. They do not close their eyes, but rather have a special rhythmic cycle that is less active during the day. Some spiders…Continue readingHow Do Spiders Sleep?
If you have ever seen a spider, you may have wondered whether or not they have stingers. Spiders do have a number of venomous stingers. But, these stingers are not…Continue readingDo Spiders Have Stingers?
When the temperature gets too cold, spiders tend to slow down. They produce special antifreeze chemicals and go into a sleep state called diapause. While in diapause, they do not…Continue readingHow Spiders Survive in the Cold
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