Zach David

The Woodlouse Spider, or Dysdera crocata, is a unique spider that gets its name from the staple food of its diet — woodlice. It has other names, too, that all play off of the food that it eats. These names include woodlouse hunter, pillbug hunter, sowbug hunter, sowbug killer, and slater spider. While this spider’s … Read more

The White Widow Spider, or Latrodectus pallidus, is a very unique member of the Latrodectus genus which is comprised of widow spiders. It differs from other members of the genus through its unique coloration, smaller size, and less harmful bite. This spider is not very common, but its relation to the famous Black Widow Spider has … Read more

The Parson Spider, or Herpyllus ecclesiasticus, is a common “nuisance” spider that commonly pops up in houses around North America. It’s a member of the Gnaphosidae family of spiders, commonly called ground spiders. This spider is small in size, non-threatening, and typically stays out of the way while going about its own business. At A … Read more

Spiders are known for several characteristics — their numerous eyes, eight legs, and of course, their ability to create webs. While there are a lot of similarities between male and female spiders, they differ in several ways as well. They can have different sizes, colors, and overall behaviors. Something that many people seem to wonder … Read more

Spiders come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, ranging from microscopic to downright massive. Because of this, a spider’s weight varies by quite a bit. Some are light enough to get carried away by a slight breeze, and others have a decent amount of heft to them. Whether you’re conducting scientific research or you’re … Read more

A very common house spider, the Red House Spider, or Nesticodes rufipes, is the only member of the genus Nesticodes. It’s a spider that’s small in size but relatively easy to identify and easy to find if you look for them. Despite their somewhat intimidating coloration, these spiders aren’t very dangerous, but they should still be avoided. … Read more

One of the most common house spiders out there, the Triangulate Cobweb Spider, or Steatoda triangulosa, is likely a spider you’ve seen at some point. It’s small in size but quite easy to identify and often stays out in visible areas. While it’s common, this spider is relatively insignificant and non-threatening. At A Glance Scientific … Read more

Native to Brazil, this visually stunning tarantula species might seem like a nervous, anxious species, but that shouldn’t deter you from potentially owning one! It’s one of the less common tarantulas in the pet trade, which makes it all the more special. Nhandu coloratovillosus is a rare, but precious, sight in captivity. This care sheet … Read more

Out of the over 800 types of tarantula known to science, the Lampropelma violaceopes is certainly one of the best looking and most interesting. The Singapore Blue is a beautiful species that comes from the wetlands of Singapore and Malaysia. It has a stunning blueish-purple appearance, which is rightfully its trademark. In this care sheet, … Read more

When you’re looking at tarantula species, it’s easy to find yourself a bit puzzled. There are many types out there, which makes it completely understandable that this native Brazilian is often lost in the crowd. These uncommon, glossy tarantulas might not have as many fans as other tarantulas, but that doesn’t make them any less … Read more

If you’re a beginner to tarantulas and you’re looking to break into the hobby, doing so can be pretty challenging. With well over 800 types of tarantulas known today, there’s practically an endless supply of tarantulas to choose from! However, any experienced tarantula keeper will tell you that all tarantulas are not made equal. Some … Read more