Tarantula Drowned in Pool

Subject:  Tarantula? Geographic location of the bug:  East Bay, California (Danville) Date: 05/06/2019 Time: 12:49 AM EDT Your letter to the bugman:  Hi there, We found this guy at the bottom of the pool in early May, and sadly it doesn’t appear that he was a swimmer. We would love to know what kind of … Read more

Red Legged Purseweb Spider

Subject:  Sphodros rufipes? Geographic location of the bug:  Huntingtown, Maryland Date: 02/06/2019 Time: 01:10 PM EDT Your letter to the bugman:  Have I correctly identified this guy and his he poisonous to humans and dogs? How you want your letter signed:  Lori S Dear Lori, This is indeed a beautiful, male Red Legged Purseweb Spider.  … Read more