Hobo spiders were introduced to the US from Europe in the early 1900s. They are primarily found in the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. Their name comes from the ...

Hobo spider venom is not toxic to humans, but some people may experience a skin reaction. Some other spider bites may require medical attention. A hobo spider is a common type of spider found in ...

The hobo spider is a funnel-building spider. In the past, people believed its bite and venom were dangerous. However, scientists now believe this is not the case, and symptoms of a hobo spider ...

Just see what we mean... Location: Pacific Northwestern U.S. Size: About 1 centimeter Hobo spiders come by their name honestly, being found along railroad tracks in the Pacific Northwest.

One spider that you probably shouldn’t worry about: the hobo spider (Eratigena agrestis, formerly Tegenaria agrestis). Hobo spiders are native to Europe but also live in the Western United States.

The common name "wolf spider" refers to the fact that they do not build webs to catch prey, but instead hunt prey in a similar manner as wolves do. (Courtesy Susan Masta/PSU) "The hobo spider ...

“They do not have venom glands. They pose no harm to humans.” What they look like: Hobo spiders are tannish-brown and the top of the spider may look mottled, with darker and lighter ...

Always seek medical attention if you suspect one of the following species has bitten you: brown recluse black widow hobo spider tarantula Brazilian wandering spider Learn where these spiders hide ...

Part of the family of spiders known as the funnel web spiders, the hobo spider (Eratigena agrestis, formerly Tegenaria agrestis) can be recognized by it's light to medium brown coloring and the ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There are more than 500 species of spiders in Oregon, and soon they’ll be breeding. Eeek! Every autumn, the Oregon Department of Agriculture sees an uptick in spider ...