Overview of Spider Species in the United States
Even just the sight or the thought of a spider triggers panic and nightmares for many people. Even though almost all spiders around the world are absolutely harmless. And that is even more true for spiders in Oregon. There are almost 1,000 different spider species found in the Pacific Northwest. This page provides and overview […]
This page provides an overview of the most common spiders in Oklahoma. According to the Oklahoma State University, close to 450 spider species are described in the state. Many more are probably still to be discovered. The most common groups of spiders in Oklahoma are orb weavers who spin large webs in forests or our […]
Currently, around 680 described spider species can be found in Ohio. The most common spider families are small money spiders (Linyphiidae), orb weavers (Araneae), cobweb spiders (Theridiiae), jumping spiders (Salticidae), wolf spiders (Lycosidae) and funnel-web spiders (Agelenidae). While the vast majority of all spiders is harmless for humans, there are four venomous spider species in […]
There are over 500 spider species that call New Jersey their home. On this page, you can find pictures and information about the most common spiders in New Jersey. We will answer the question if there are any deadly spiders in NJ, how to identify dangerous spiders and how to identify other common NJ spiders […]
Let’s have a look at the spiders found in Minnesota. There are over 500 different species of spiders in the State. The most common spiders found in MN are orb weavers, jumping spiders, cobweb spiders, wolf spiders, fishing spiders and crab spiders. And we’ll have a look at all of them on this page. Poisonous […]
In the Michigan spider gallery below, you can find an overview of the most common spiders in Michigan. Just click on any of the images or links to learn more about the spider. Overall, there are around 500 native spider species in Michigan but only two of them are considered medically significant: the black widow […]
Indiana is an incredibly diverse state with a fascinating wildlife. In addition to numerous mammals and birds, the Hoosier state is home to almost 1,000 species of spiders. This article will guide you through the most common spiders you might come across in Indiana – starting from the very few potentially dangerous ones. Even though […]
The warm climate and the abundance of green areas make Florida the ideal habitat for numerous native and non-native animals – also for spiders. While the vast majority of all Florida spiders are harmless for humans or larger pets, a few species can cause significant harm with their strong venom. This page provides an overview […]
California is the third-largest and one of the most diverse States in the United States. From the dry and arid landscapes in Southwestern California to coastal landscapes around the largest cities of the state to cooler and higher-altitude areas to the north. Due to this natural diversity, the state of California is home to more […]
The United States is home to around 3,500 species of spiders. Most of the spiders in the USA are not dangerous for humans or larger pets. In fact, there are only two types of spiders in the US that can be dangerous for humans: the black widow and the brown recluse. Historically, a bite of […]
