Arachnids

Scorpions are a fascinating group of animals. They’re arachnids with a segmented body, eight legs, two claws, and a tail. There are approximately 2,000 species … Read more

Louisiana may bring images of bayous, moss, and alligators, but some don’t know that the state is home to a few scorpion species. Luckily for … Read more

Tarantulas are one of the most common types of spiders. They’re big and hairy, and they’re often found in exotic places like Brazil or Australia. … Read more

New Jersey has the highest population density of any state. Even though the state is packed with people, it’s also home to many spider species. … Read more

It’s estimated that there are more than 500 different spider species in Kansas. You can find all kinds of arachnids in the Sunflower State, including … Read more

Love them or hate them, it’s a fact that we are surrounded by spiders all the time. They’re everywhere, and we often find remnants of … Read more

There are four species of tarantula that can be found in Utah. You’re most likely to spot these spiders in the Great Basin or Mojave … Read more

Scorpions are rather intimidating creatures armed with large claw-like pinchers and a menacing stinger on its tail. Despite their scary appearance, scorpions pose little threat to … Read more

There are more than 700 different spider species in North Carolina. Some large, hairy spiders, like the massive Carolina wolf spider, are frequently misidentified as … Read more