Typical spider anatomy:
• The cephalothorax contains 4 pairs of legs, also the head with its eyes and mouthparts
• The abdomen contains various organs related to digestion, reproduction, and silk-making
To all who visit and view, and – especially – express support and satisfaction: you are much appreciated!
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Album – Charlotte, NC – 2018JUL26 – Parson Spider:
A houseguest like the parson spider (Herpyllus ecclesiasticus) is a blessing to some, a bother to others. The black-and-white generally non-toxic spider can be a considered nuisance in homes, and some people have an allergic reaction to its bite.
The spider species is called the eastern parson spider, named after the abdominal markings resembling an old-style cravat, or ruffled neck tie, commonly worn by 18th century men of the clergy. This spider presents a startling appearance; however, it is not considered harmful living indoors, as it frequently does.
Of 4000+ species of spiders in the United States of America, all have venom, though only a few species of spider bites are considered to be lethal to humans and pets.
Like many spiders, it is not considered medically important; however, their bite is painful. Most bites occur when the spiders get trapped against the skin in clothing and bedding, where I found this one, while making up the bed! I decided to photograph it before releasing it to the great outdoors.
Members of the entire family Gnaphosidae are collectively nicknamed “ground spiders,” though they’re not always found there, especially fairly synanthropic species like this, very fast and difficult to catch (but I did, first try!), let alone photograph.
The stealthy ground spiders (a family of hunting spiders that spin silken retreats in rolled leaves and under boards, bark, stones, or debris to hide in during the day) hunt for prey at night and can move very fast. To evade predators, these spiders run in a zigzag fashion; for this reason, they are hard to capture when seen in homes. Of the 17 genera living in the United States of America, the most commonly encountered is the parson spider, which enters structures in the fall to seek a hibernation site for the winter.
Our American spiders are shy, timid creatures that only bite us when being threatened, which is why most spider bites occur by accident, as people fail to notice the spiders until is too late.
Hope you enjoy the 11% of 90 parson spider photos I took!
Typical spider anatomy:
• The cephalothorax contains 4 pairs of legs, also the head with its eyes and mouthparts
• The abdomen contains various organs related to digestion, reproduction, and silk-making
To all who visit and view, and – especially – express support and satisfaction: you are much appreciated!
___________________________________________
Album – Charlotte, NC – 2018JUL26 – Parson Spider:
A houseguest like the parson spider (Herpyllus ecclesiasticus) is a blessing to some, a bother to others. The black-and-white generally non-toxic spider can be a considered nuisance in homes, and some people have an allergic reaction to its bite.
The spider species is called the eastern parson spider, named after the abdominal markings resembling an old-style cravat, or ruffled neck tie, commonly worn by 18th century men of the clergy. This spider presents a startling appearance; however, it is not considered harmful living indoors, as it frequently does.
Of 4000+ species of spiders in the United States of America, all have venom, though only a few species of spider bites are considered to be lethal to humans and pets.
Like many spiders, it is not considered medically important; however, their bite is painful. Most bites occur when the spiders get trapped against the skin in clothing and bedding, where I found this one, while making up the bed! I decided to photograph it before releasing it to the great outdoors.
Members of the entire family Gnaphosidae are collectively nicknamed “ground spiders,” though they’re not always found there, especially fairly synanthropic species like this, very fast and difficult to catch (but I did, first try!), let alone photograph.
The stealthy ground spiders (a family of hunting spiders that spin silken retreats in rolled leaves and under boards, bark, stones, or debris to hide in during the day) hunt for prey at night and can move very fast. To evade predators, these spiders run in a zigzag fashion; for this reason, they are hard to capture when seen in homes. Of the 17 genera living in the United States of America, the most commonly encountered is the parson spider, which enters structures in the fall to seek a hibernation site for the winter.
Our American spiders are shy, timid creatures that only bite us when being threatened, which is why most spider bites occur by accident, as people fail to notice the spiders until is too late.
Hope you enjoy the 11% of 90 parson spider photos I took!