Spiders are eight-legged arthropods that can become nuisance pests when they are found around residences and businesses. There are an estimated 35,000 species of spiders worldwide, with about 2,500 species found in North America.More>>

The hobo spider was first identified in Seattle, Wash., in 1930 after being introduced from Europe. Since the time of its introduction, this spider has spread throughout the northwestern United States and Canada. Its range includes the southern half of British Columbia, south to Oregon, and east to...More>>