Spiders

The big hairy European spider you might be referring to is the Mediterranean recluse (Loxosceles rufescens). It has a venomous bite that can cause pain, redness, and tissue damage. It's important to seek medical attention if bitten by this spider.

Conkers, which are the seeds of horse chestnut trees, are often used in traditional children's games such as conkers. In the game, players take turns trying to break each other's conker by hitting it with their own. Some people also believe that carrying a conker in your pocket can bring good luck.

The distance a spider can shoot a web varies depending on the species. Some spiders can shoot their silk up to 25 meters away, while others may only extend it a few centimeters. Spiders use their silk for capturing prey, building webs, and as a safety line for moving around.

In temperate climates, some of the more common dangerous spiders include the black widow and brown recluse. While bites from these spiders can be serious, they are not typically fatal if treated promptly. It's important to be aware of these species and take necessary precautions if you live in areas where they are prevalent.

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Spiders are carnivorous and primarily feed on insects. They use their venom to immobilize their prey before consuming them. Some larger spiders, such as tarantulas, can feed on small vertebrates like frogs and lizards.

The Missouri brown spider, also known as the brown recluse spider, is a venomous spider found in the central United States, including Missouri. It is known for its distinctive violin-shaped marking on its back and potentially harmful bite. If bitten, seek medical attention immediately as the venom can cause tissue damage and necrosis in some cases.

A spider makes its web by producing a silk from their spinneret glands located in their stomachs. Each gland produces a strand for a specific purpose for example safety line, sticky line, line went to trap. Most spiders have three pairs of spinneret glands, some have four.

Based on the description provided, it is possible that the spider you are encountering in your damp basement in Ohio is a wolf spider. Wolf spiders are commonly found in basements and other damp areas, can grow up to 1.5 inches in size, and are typically dark brown or black in color. They are not harmful to humans and are considered beneficial as they help control other pest populations.

I think I may have seen a similar spider today. The "butt" of the spider was quite large, burnt orange color with white spots on the top. I have never seen the spider before but I think I found a picture of it online. I haven't found the name of it yet. I'll let you know when I find out what it was. I may have found the spider you saw. The one I saw is called a shamrock orb weaver. Check out the pic on spiderzrule.com under the link Common US Spiders on the home page.

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It sounds like you may have encountered a spider known as a pumpkin spider or a marbled orb-weaver. These spiders have distinctive orange abdomens that can appear quite large in comparison to their bodies. They are harmless to humans and play a valuable role in controlling insect populations.

It's difficult to definitively identify a spider without a picture, but black widows are rare in Pennsylvania. The black widow spider is known for its distinctive red hourglass marking on the underside of its abdomen, so if you didn't see this marking, it's unlikely to be a black widow. It's always a good idea to exercise caution when encountering spiders, especially if you are unsure of the species.

Check out the link at What's That Bug?. There are images of most common and many uncommonly seen insects and spiders.

Sea spiders can be found in various marine environments worldwide, from shallow coastal waters to the deep sea. They are often found crawling on soft bottoms or attaching to sponges, corals, or seaweed.

The description provided matches that of the silver argiope spider, also known as Argiope argentata. This species is characterized by its silver abdomen and yellow/brown legs. It is a common orb-weaving spider found in the southern United States and parts of South America.

The main parts of the body are divided into systems. Most anatomy and physiology texts refer to ten systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive.

It sounds like you might have encountered a crab spider, specifically a mother spider carrying her egg sac. Crab spiders are known for their ability to change color to blend in with their surroundings. The egg sac you saw might appear mushroom-like in shape. It's best to observe from a distance and not disturb the spider as it cares for its eggs or young.

you mean ventral or dorsal the answer is ventral. http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/2000/2061A.html i wouldn't turn one on the little girls over just to find out. opps this is Shane not uncle rick.

It sounds like you may have encountered a male black widow spider. Female black widows are easily recognizable by their red hourglass marking on the underside of their abdomen, while males have white spots on their back. Black widow spiders are venomous, so it's best to avoid touching them and contact a pest control professional if you think they are in or near your home.

Wolf spiders can go extended periods without drinking water since they obtain moisture from their prey. However, they will drink water if it is available to them.

The spider you are referring to could be a green lynx spider (Peucetia viridans) which is known for its bright green color and sometimes having a red dot on its abdomen. These spiders are often found in gardens and are beneficial as they feed on pest insects. If you encounter one, it's best to observe from a distance as they can bite if they feel threatened.

Spiders don't purposely seek out humans to crawl on while they sleep. They are more likely just passing through looking for food or shelter. If you find spiders in your bedroom, it's most likely because they wandered in by accident or were attracted to the warmth and darkness.

birds, other mammals but poisonous ones probably won't be eaten because of their color warns the animals not to eat them.

Araneus diadematus(AKA cross spider) is the only spider i can think of that i know of that is brown/black and has a cross on its back.

Here are some photos.

http://www.nicksspiders.com/nicksspiders/araneusdiadematus.htm