Welp, there is a bird-discussion topic (owned by @thebirdersway ) and a herp discussion topic (owned ny @man4nature ). So, inspired by these, why not one for spiders and scorpions? So here is the place for fellow spider-lovers to discuss about arachnids; from encounters, favourite species, tips and …

BTW I’m really happy someone finally made this topic!

[Screenshot 2025-02-25 184109] https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/263054204

[IMG_0649] Found this cool Oklahoma Brown Tarantula a while ago.

Is it for discussions or mainly another thread for pictures?

This is a great idea! [image] austin_ajit: favourite species Some of my favorites are harvestmen, crab spiders and wolf spiders. Vinegroons are cool too, and so are scorpions, but I usually only get to interact with the spiders and harvestmen, so those are the ones I love and remember watchi…

[image] My absolute favourite species is Arkys alatus but i have many others https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/106666755

I love this goofy little guy [image] https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/78884590

[IMG_1688375042197] How about a spider that was bitten by a radioactive cat? (Orchard Orbweaver, ventral view) But yeah, showing our pics is fun, but I agree we need to do more than that. Here’s my big spider hunting trick for YEAR ROUND outdoor arachnid watching: look for long, outdoor pedestr…

I was hoping for a bit more discussion, but anything is welcome.

Arachnid Discussion Topic!

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ra_teo April 5, 2025, 3:33pm 2

Say hi to my new jumping spider species!
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/268728482

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