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Spiders

Arachnida (Arachnids), with approzimately 39,500 identified species, are commonly known as spiders. All spiders are both carnivorous and venomous, but only a very small percentage are potentially dangerous to humans. Ask and answer questions here about these eight legged fascinating wonders.

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Are wolf spiders poisonus?

Not to humans. While wolf spiders are excellent hunters they are not considered aggressive. They will bite if provoked and while the bite of wolf spiders is painful it is not deadly. Also, there is no evidence to prove that any variety of wolf spiders cause bites that are necrotic (IE. causing the flesh to rot as with brown recluse bites.

What spiders don't bite?

Most spiders are capable of biting, but many do not deliver a dangerous bite to humans. Some species, like orb-weaver spiders and daddy longlegs, are less likely to bite unless provoked. Bites are typically a defensive response when spiders feel threatened.

Where do you find a wolf spider?

Wolf spiders can be found in many different habitats worldwide, including forests, grasslands, and deserts. They typically live on the ground and create burrows or use natural crevices for shelter. Wolf spiders are also commonly found in and around homes, as they are known to wander inside in search of prey.

What word associate a spider with the internet?

The internet is often called the web, or world wide web. Since a spider makes a web, the two can be linked.

What do spiders do to contribute to the world?

A spider catches its food and wraps it up with its web then injects venuom and sucks the blood out A spider eats by first trapping the prey in the spider's web or hunting it and trapping it, depending on the spider. The spider then eats the prey by using its jaws, working side to side.

Are wolf and garden spiders poisonous?

Yes. All true spiders are poisonous, or, more properly, capable of injecting venom. There are few, however, that pose a threat to humans because their venom isn't toxic enough to present a great hazard to us, or they simply can't inject that much. But be careful around spiders. At least until you are familiar with the "nasty" ones. Spider bites by the few really toxic ones can lead to ulcerated wounds and some serious complications. Read up on these guys and get to know what's in your area that can be trouble. It will be worth it. Lastly, the wolf and the garden spiders are two very general catagories of spiders, and there are a number of differents groups of spiders in each of these general catagories.

Why do banana spiders shake their web?

Banana spiders shake their web to make themselves more visible to potential prey. The vibrations created by shaking the web attract insects and other small creatures to investigate what is causing the disturbance. This behavior helps the spider catch more prey.

What spider looks like a granddaddy long leg but smaller?

A cellar spider, also known as daddy long-legs spider, resembles a smaller version of the harvestman, which is often referred to as a granddaddy long-legs. Cellar spiders have long, thin legs and a small body, similar to the larger harvestman species, but they are distinct species with different characteristics and behaviors.

How do spiders unmake their webs?

Spiders are able to unmake their webs by digesting the silk using a specialized enzyme that breaks down the proteins in the silk. This allows the spider to recycle the silk proteins and re-use them to build a new web.

What does the top of a black widow spider look like?

The top of a black widow spider is typically shiny black and features a distinctive red hourglass shape on its abdomen, which is one of its most recognizable characteristics. The legs are long and slender, and the body is round and shiny.

How do you catch a camel spider that has been bought over from Afghanistan and running rampant around a UK house please help kids involved?

Solifugaes (AKA camel spiders) are not poisonous, however they inflict an incredibly painful bite that penetrates human skin. Solifugaes can run up to ten MPH, so it would take plenty of reflex to hit one directly. Solifugaes like shaded areas, so i suggest waiting in a moderately lit room with a slipper in an open area so you can see when it enters. It would not be impossible, but it would be highly improbable to look find it by looking for it, it would probably be under a cabinet in the kitchen somewhere, because as I mentioned before, they like shaded areas.

What spider has a red head and yellow body?

Sorry I'm not much help, but I've been bitten by a rather large faded yellow spider with a dark red head in Galicia, Spain. I live near the woods out there and this thing was a couple of inches long. With legs included I'd say 3 inches in length. It's bite sent pain through my entire hand and arm, and the next day when I saw the culprit in a little spider sack right by the handle of the gate I had opened the night before, I realized it must've been that spider.

What gas do spiders breathe?

Spiders breathe in oxygen like humans do. They have small breathing holes called spiracles located on the underside of their abdomen that allow them to take in oxygen from the air.

What kind of spider looks like it has a black head and legs with a grey body with spikes on its back?

The spider you are describing sounds like a spiny-backed orb-weaver spider (Gasteracantha cancriformis). This spider is known for its distinct coloration, with a black head and legs and a gray body with spikes or spines. It is relatively small in size and can be found in shrubs and trees, where it builds its orb-shaped webs.

What is an arachnologist?

An arachnologist is a scientist who specializes in the study of arachnids, which are a class of joint-legged invertebrates that includes spiders, scorpions, ticks, and mites. Arachnologists study the taxonomy, anatomy, behavior, ecology, and evolution of these creatures.

Black catapilar no sting orange strips an side orange dots?

The caterpillar you are describing sounds like the Gulf fritillary caterpillar. They have black bodies with orange stripes along their sides and orange spots on the segments. They are not known to sting.

How are insects and spiders different?

Spiders have 8 legs and insects have 6. Spiders are under the Arachnids column and insects are under the insects column. Spider's don't have feelers (antennae) and insects do. Those are the most common differences between spiders (arachnids) and insects.

What is a spider with 4 white dots on its back and striped legs?

It sounds like you might be describing a Spinybacked Orb-weaver spider (Gasteracantha cancriformis). This species is known for its unique appearance with four white spots on its abdomen and striped legs. They are relatively harmless to humans and are commonly found in North and South America.

What Kansas spider is grey with black and white striped legs?

The spider you are describing is likely the gray wall jumper (Menemerus bivittatus). This species is known for its gray body and distinct black and white striped legs. It is a common jumping spider found in Kansas and across the United States.

Can a spider lay eggs under the skin of an animal?

No, spiders cannot lay eggs under the skin of an animal. Spiders typically lay their eggs in a silk sac or cocoon that they attach to a surface. They do not have the ability to lay eggs directly under the skin of animals.

What kind of spider has checkered black and yellow legs and two yellow dots?

The spider you are describing sounds like a "marbled orb-weaver" spider (Araneus marmoreus). They are commonly found in the United States and have distinctive black and yellow checkered legs with two yellow spots on their abdomen. They are not considered dangerous to humans and are beneficial for controlling insect populations.

Does the brown recluse spider live in southern Iowa?

According to the Wikipedia and other articles here is their range:

The brown recluse spider is native to the United States from the southern Midwest south to the Gulf of Mexico .[2] The native range lies roughly south of a line from southeastern Nebraska through southern Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana to southwestern Ohio. In the southern states, it is native from central Texas to western Georgia. They are generally not found west of the Rocky Mountains.[3] A related species, the brown violin spider (Loxosceles rufescens), is found in Hawaii.[4] Despite many rumors to the contrary, the brown recluse spider has not established itself in California,[5] nor Canada[6]. There are other species of Loxosceles native to the southwestern part of the United States, including California, that may resemble the brown recluse, but these species have never been documented as medically significant.

What kind of spider has a small red body and extremely long thin legs?

The description you provided most likely matches a red widow spider, known for their red bodies and long, thin legs. These spiders are venomous, with the females being larger and more brightly colored than the males. They are typically found in the southeastern United States.

What spider makes a big web in the trees?

The golden silk orb-weaver spider, also known as the banana spider or Nephila, creates large webs in trees. These spiders are known for their intricate, golden webs that can span several feet across. They are commonly found in warmer regions around the world.