The very first spider species was described in 1757. In 265 years, experts have described 50,000 species.
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Jorō spiders are coming for the East Coast
Large Jorō spiders are expected to begin showing up and down the East coast as early as May, researchers say.
Validate your knowledge of spiders
Measure your spider knowledge with Pest Management Professional's December's tech test.
Boat docks, basements — have spiders no shame?
Question: Judy, many of my customers have lake homes with boat docks. The docks often are covered with spiders and...
The truth about swallowing spiders
Do people actually eat eight spiders a year in your sleep? This urban legend isn't true — spiders are more...
Invest in the details to aid spider control efforts
Jim Fredericks discusses extra management efforts and attention to detail for spider pest control to avoid callbacks this year.
Upcoming FMC webinar to focus on spider, scorpion management
FMC Professional Solutions will host its fourth webinar in May as part of a First Friday Training Series, through the...
Take your spider knowledge for a spin
See how well you and your team understand spiders by answering these questions submitted by industry experts to test your...
Are insects dressing up for Halloween?
Treehoppers have the most extravagant, bizarre costumes in the insect world, says the USDA's Agricultural Research Service.
Halloween, spiders and wide-eyed babies
What makes spiders so creepy? We even include them as spooky decorations for Halloween. Dr. Jim Fredericks explains why humans...
Consider bifenthrin for spider control
Bifenthrin can play an important role in spider control for homes and businesses. Learn about its applications indoors and as...
Tips for a quarterly spider service program
Most arthropods, including spiders, do not want to be inside the structure. Thus, exclusion practices are the first step to...
3 signs of spiders to look for during inspections
To prevent a spider infestation, look for these three telltale signs during your initial inspection that one is likely to...
Use prey management for effective spider control
If spider activity is common, they must have access to a population of prey. Effective spider control starts with effective...
Tackle summer challenges: Spiders and scorpions
Summertime brings out more than just long days and family time; spiders and scorpions are just getting comfortable inside homes....