If you poll any group of Americans about their biggest fears, arachnophobia will be high on the list. Fear of spiders has grown because of their creepy appearance and long-standing place in Halloween and horror movie history that contributes to this fear. Despite what Americans may think, though, most spider species are harmless to humans.
While most spider species are simply a nuisance pest, there are a few spiders that Eagle natives need to be aware of:
Black widow: Black widow spiders are easily identifiable by the dark black color and bright red hourglass on their abdomen. A bite from a black widow is painful, and while it is rarely fatal, a bite will require medical attention to control the symptoms.
Wolf spider: Wolf spiders are a unique spider because they don’t use a web to catch their prey. These spiders are usually large, dark brown, and hairy. While they rarely attack humans unprovoked, a bite from a wolf spider is still painful. Since they aren’t venomous, a wolf spider bite isn’t deadly, but it can cause severe pain and allergic reactions.
Identifying and removing spiders is a job best left to professionals. We can identify the species that is threatening your home, eliminate the current infestation, and help you remove the conditions that led to the infestation in the first place so you can enjoy your home without your fear of spiders kicking in.