Spiders of Siberia - photos, names and descriptions

Spiders are not insects, although many people call them that. They differ from this species in characteristic features and belong to the class of arachnids and the phylum of arthropods. Not all spiders in Russia are dangerous to human life, but they all emit toxic substances. More than 40 species of arachnids, which belong to 32 families, live on the territory of the Russian Federation.

Photos and names of common inhabitants

The types of spiders found indoors do not cause concern to anyone. These are gray, black representatives of a large family, harmless, quiet. They hide in corners, weave webs at night, feed on insects, their larvae - moths, caterpillars, etc. Of greater interest are the wildlife inhabitants. They are found in forests, meadows, clearings, and gardens.

Steatoda

When people start talking about poisonous spiders in Siberia, they cannot do without steatoda. The description of the appearance is similar to life-threatening creatures -. But, unlike its relative, the steathod does not pose a danger to humans, it very rarely bites, and prefers to hide by flight.

Steatoda is called false karakurt. with black shiny color. There is a red pattern on the dorsal side of the convex abdomen. In young individuals it is pale and darkens as it matures. The average body size of the female is 2 cm, the male is slightly smaller. Long powerful chelicerae are clearly visible on the head. The pedipalps are more like another pair of limbs and perform almost the same functions.

Steatodes live in forest thickets, are found in houses, and penetrate inside through open windows and cracks in the wall. They are nocturnal and do not tolerate bright sunlight. During the day they hide in shady places and go out hunting at night. Their food is insects, often flies.

Black Widow

Dangerous spiders appear in Siberia when there is hot, dry weather throughout Russia. This species is poisonous, but non-aggressive. It does not attack humans, it bites only for self-defense. Almost never inflicts several bites at once; after the first attack, it tries to quickly hide.

The consequences of a black widow bite depend on the strength of the immune system. Some people get by with a local allergic reaction, while others experience a general deterioration in their health. For abdominal pain, nausea, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, and rapid heartbeat, take antihistamines.

Cross

Spiders living in Siberia are almost everywhere. The natural habitat is a forest, field, edge, meadow, as well as a garden, courtyard, and abandoned buildings. A small spider, up to 2 cm in size including the leg span. A distinctive feature of all spiders of this species is the presence of a characteristic pattern in the form of a cross on the upper part of the abdomen.

They bring many benefits by destroying agricultural and forest pests. They are active at night. At night and during the day they sit motionless in its center, waiting for prey. Or they hide in a secluded place, stretching out a signal thread.

Edema, swelling, and a red spot appear at the site. In young children, people with weak immunity, and a tendency to allergies, nausea, abdominal pain, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and weakness occur. The condition returns to normal after a few days, bites on the skin disappear within 2 weeks.

Black fathead

Spiders of western Siberia with unique, bright colors. This is one of the few species where the male is more beautiful in color than the female. The cephalothorax is velvety black, the legs are long and powerful with white stripes. The abdomen is convex, red with four large circles. The spider is popularly called a ladybug. The female is larger, but not so beautiful - the cephalothorax, abdomen are black, sometimes there are yellow spots.

Lives in burrows, prefers dry areas and sunny meadows. Its favorite food is beetles, but it does not disdain other insects. The black fathead does not have an aggressive disposition; when it sees a person, it behaves calmly and quickly crawls away to a safe place. Bites in defense of his own life. Pain, numbness, redness, swelling, and swelling appear at the site of the bite. All this goes away within a few days.

Spiders living in Siberia do not pose a danger to humans; they bring many benefits by eating pests of forests, gardens, and fields.

Spider (Araneae) belongs to the phylum arthropod, class Arachnida, order Spiders. Their first representatives appeared on the planet approximately 400 million years ago.

The meaning of arachnids

Nature needs spiders, because they occupy an important place in the planet’s ecosystem. Often these creatures are carnivorous and beneficial

They regulate the population of insects, many of which are pests of agricultural crops or are capable of transmitting various diseases.

Scorpions, like spiders, hunt insects. Most of these creatures are nocturnal, hiding during the day in burrows or under stones. Among scorpions there are individuals with strong poison, and the bite of some of them can even lead to death. It should be noted that scorpion venom is used to make medicines.

It is difficult to find anyone who has not seen a haymaker at least once. The significance of these arachnids in nature and for humans is great. Some species destroy insect pests, while others are excellent orderlies, processing rotting organic matter. Haymakers do not weave webs and are completely safe for humans. They have an amazing defense mechanism: if another predator grabs a haymaker by the paw, he will separate it from the body in order to escape.

Ticks cause the greatest harm to humans. They are capable of carrying various diseases, including very severe ones. However, the role of these creatures in nature is great, since they become food for other animals

When going into the forest, you need to take precautions to protect yourself from tick bites

Many arachnids are included in the Red Book. People need to take care to avoid environmental pollution. This is the only way to preserve the living conditions to which arachnids have adapted during evolution. Only some species of arachnids are capable of harming humans. But they also occupy a certain place in the food chain. Their disappearance could lead to the death of other species.

Tarantula spider – Theraphosidae

The tarantula spider is perhaps the largest spider in the world, or rather the family of tarantula spiders (Theraphosidae). Some members of this family can reach 30.5 cm in leg span, such as the king baboon, black tarantula and purple tarantula. The body of tarantulas is always densely covered with long and short hairs. Body color can be either gray-brown or bright colors (red, blue, red). Tarantulas live in countries with hot climates (Africa, South America, Oceania, Australia). These spiders inhabit abandoned nests of birds and rodents or dig holes near tree trunks. They are active mainly in the evening. Then they go hunting or catch a prey running nearby. Tarantulas feed on insects, small birds and rodents. These spiders breed in late summer. The female lays eggs in a cobweb cocoon, which she carries with her and does not lose sight of. They protect the offspring, so that the spiderlings that emerge from the cocoon sit on the mother’s abdomen for some time. But soon they begin to lead an independent life. The tarantula's venom paralyzes the victim and decomposes its entrails, then the spider sucks out the contents of the victim's body. For humans, the tarantula's venom is not dangerous, but quite painful. The bite site bakes, hurts and swells, sometimes turning yellow. But these symptoms go away after a few weeks.

Types of spiders, names and photographs

Scientists have described more than 42,000 species of spiders. About 2,900 varieties are known in the CIS countries. Let's consider several varieties:

Blue-green tarantula (Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens)

one of the most spectacular and beautifully colored spiders. The tarantula's abdomen is red-orange, its limbs are bright blue, and its carapace is green. The size of the tarantula is 6-7 cm, with a leg span of up to 15 cm. The spider’s homeland is Venezuela, but this spider is found in Asian countries and on the African continent. Despite belonging to tarantulas, this type of spider does not bite, but only throws special hairs located on the abdomen, and only in case of severe danger. The hairs are not dangerous for humans, but they cause minor burns on the skin, similar in effect to nettle burns. Surprisingly, female chromatopelma are long-lived compared to males: the lifespan of a female spider is 10-12 years, while males live only 2-3 years.

Flower spider (Misumena vatia)

belongs to the family of side-walking spiders (Thomisidae). Color varies from completely white to bright lemon, pink or greenish. Male spiders are small, 4-5 mm long, females reach sizes of 1-1.2 cm. The species of flower spiders is distributed throughout European territory (excluding Iceland), and is found in the USA, Japan, and Alaska. The spider lives in open areas with an abundance of flowering herbs, as it feeds on the juices of those caught in its “embraces” and.

Grammostola pulchra

Sidewalk spiders (crab spiders) spend most of their lives sitting on flowers waiting for prey, although some members of the family can be found on tree bark or forest floors.

Representatives of the family of funnel-web spiders place their webs on tall grass and bush branches.

Wolf spiders prefer damp, grassy meadows and swampy wooded areas, where they are found in abundance among fallen leaves.

The water (silver) spider builds a nest underwater, attaching it to various bottom objects with the help of webs. He fills his nest with oxygen and uses it as a diving bell.

Tarantula Spider Conservation

Photo: Tarantula spider from the Red Book

The South Russian tarantula, which has the second name Mizgir, is listed in the Red Book of the Republic of Tatarstan and classified as category 3 of species that are reducing their numbers; in the Red Book of Udmurtia, where it was assigned category 4 with an uncertain status; Red Data Book of the Nizhny Novgorod Region in category B3.

Limiting factors are active human agricultural activity, natural enemies, destruction of characteristic habitats, loss of dry grass, changes in groundwater levels, trampling of wet biotopes, military operations in semi-deserts, and an increase in plowed areas.

The species is protected by the Zhigulevsky Nature Reserve, the Prisursky Nature Reserve on the territory of the Batyrevsky site and the Samarskaya Luka National Park. Conservation measures include educational work among residents to limit the catching of arthropods. There are farms for breeding tarantulas in Mexico.

Conservation measures that need to be implemented include identifying the arachnid's natural habitats and providing the protection required for the species. The dry grass has stopped falling in the spring. Organization of NP "Zavolzhye". Restriction or cessation of economic activity, limitation of chemicals for spraying plants, suspension of livestock grazing.

The tarantula spider is not an aggressive animal. He will prefer to escape than attack a person. An attack can be provoked by the actions of people who touch the spider or get too close to the hole. Fortunately, the bite of a predator is comparable to a bee sting, and the blood of the spider itself can best neutralize the effect of the poison.

Other poisonous animals of Russia

On the territory of the Russian Federation you can also find other poisonous creatures, for example, scorpions and frogs. Poisonous scorpions live in the Lower Volga region and Dagestan. They attack a person only in case of... The scorpion's venom is on its tail. Female venomous scorpions are especially dangerous. Their poison can cause death in humans.

Other poisonous animals living in Russia are fire-bellied frogs. They can be found in the Krasnodar region. These frogs differ from ordinary frogs in having an orange speckled abdomen. They secrete their poison through the skin.

All spiders are essentially predators; among them there are also poisonous ones, which are worth knowing and fearing! In this article we will provide brief information about spiders that are worth paying special attention to. KARAKURT. The most dangerous spider in Russia, of course, can be called the Karakurt; it lives mainly in the south of Russia (for example, in the Crimea), but like other southern spiders it can migrate to other regions during abnormal heat. Karakurt (from the Turkic: “kara” - black and “kurt” - worm) is the owner of a very dangerous poison that can lead to death if help is not provided in time. A karakurt bite causes unbearable pain spreading throughout the body

Only a serum developed against the venom of these spiders can save the bitten person. It is worth saying that only female karakurts are dangerous, which can be identified by a mark on the abdomen made in the form of a red hourglass.

SOUTH RUSSIAN TARANTULA

(mizgir) is a large spider whose venom is not life-threatening. However, its bite causes quite severe pain and can also lead to allergic reactions and the appearance of a tumor at the site of the bite.

HEIRACANTIUM

- is the most poisonous spider in central Russia. Usually hidden under the foliage of bushes and small trees. Attacks when there is danger in self-defense. After a bite, a person feels burning pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness, body aches, body temperature rises sharply, and a headache. The bite site may turn red or even blue and, after some time, becomes covered in blisters. Symptoms usually disappear 2 - 3 days after the bite, the mark on the skin remains longer. If the condition of the bitten person worsens, it is necessary to consult a doctor as soon as possible.

SOLFUGA

- aka salpuga or phalanx. In Russia it is found on the southern coast of Crimea. These creatures are active at night and have a high speed of movement. They can bite in self-defense. The bite is not poisonous, but is quite deep and causes infection, as a result of which the wound begins to fester significantly. Therefore, you should suck out the bite site, spitting out the infected saliva, and then treat the wound with an antiseptic; then it is recommended to lubricate the bite site with a gel (ointment) containing an antibiotic. Well, don’t forget about the doctor; if possible, be sure to seek help.

SPIDER - NETWORKER

- belongs to the subspecies of the cross, but it is much smaller than the usual cross, and its web is more chaotic. The bite is dangerous not because of the spider's venom, but because of the possible infection, so it would be a good idea to see a doctor.

PURSE SPIDER

(bagworm) is an aggressive spider, you can stumble upon it in the Rostov and steppes of the Volgograd region. The bite causes severe pain, affecting large areas of the human body.

FALSE BLACK WIDOW

— Acute pain, fever, weakness - all this will last from several hours to 2 days! Widespread in Dagestan, they like to invade the homes of local residents.

BLACK FASHHEAD

- will also give a feeling of pain for about a day. This spider bites quite rarely, the main thing is not to pick it up.

ARGIOPE

- a very dangerous spider; an allergic reaction to a bite can provoke severe abscesses and even lead to tissue necrosis.

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Spiders are arthropods that belong to the class of arachnids. Representatives of this class, today, there are about 40 thousand species. They differ from each other in their way of life, appearance, and type of nutrition. There are a wide variety of spider species in nature: the smallest and most harmless spiders (0.37 mm), as well as the most dangerous spiders and even the most poisonous spiders in the world (up to 25 cm). And in this article we will tell you about several amazing and interesting species.

Arthropods of the steppe regions

Among the spiders in southern Russia there are truly poisonous species, the bite of which can lead to death:

Regarding Russia, the cellar spider is a spider that lives in the Crimea and the Caucasus. Although the distribution area of this animal is much wider, its main habitat is to the west.

Eresus

Black eresus (black fathead) is an inhabitant of the steppes. It can be found among the spiders of the Volga region, Tatarstan, and Kalmykia. Recently discovered in Crimea. A spider bite is painful.

The spider has a red abdomen with black dots, which is why it received the popular name “ladybug spider.” But only males have this color. Females are completely black.

Karakurt

Karakurt is not the largest spider in Russia, but it is the most dangerous fart in the Russian expanses. Contrary to the cliché that these animals are found in the Karakum Desert, in fact their range is much wider. Karakurts are found among the spiders of Crimea, Tatarstan, Stavropol Territory and other relatively warm regions. The range is limited to the steppe zone. In colder forest areas, karakurts do not take root, although the spider was also found in the Altai Territory. But with a high degree of probability he got there by accident with the help of a person and is unlikely to survive the winter.

Spiders

Arthropods belonging to the Arachnida class are represented in Siberia by a fairly large variety of species that differ in color and behavior, as well as habitats.

Steatoda

The false karakurt belongs to the category of large-sized spiders and is distinguished by its shiny black color with a red pattern. The average body size of an adult female is 20 mm, and the male is slightly smaller. In the head region there are clearly visible and very long chelicerae. The spider is an inhabitant of the forest thicket, but may well be found in a human home. Steatoda is nocturnal.

Black Widow

A dangerous spider belongs to the category of poisonous but non-aggressive species, and the consequences of a bite directly depend on a person’s immunity. The appearance of the black widow is very impressive. The spider is black and shiny in color, has a convex abdomen and a red spot that resembles an hourglass shape. Representatives of the species are characterized by long and powerful limbs, as well as medium-length chelicerae.

Cross

A widespread species inhabiting forests, fields, forest edges, meadows, as well as gardens, courtyards and abandoned buildings. The small spider has a characteristic pattern in the form of a cross, which is located at the top of the abdomen. Crosses are active only in the dark, and during the day they prefer to hide in secluded places. The spider's venom paralyzes prey instantly, and the bitten insect dies within a few minutes.

Black fathead

The spider is distinguished by a unique, quite bright color, has a black and velvety cephalothorax, as well as long and powerful legs with white stripes. The abdomen is convex, red with four large circles. Females of this species are larger than males. The black fathead settles in burrows, preferring dry areas and sunny meadows. The spider does not attack people, and bites only for the purpose of self-defense.

Tarantula

A large poisonous araneomorphic spider from the family of wolf spiders has been actively exploring new territories, including Siberia, in recent years. Representatives of the genus have a very highly developed sense of smell and good visual apparatus. The upper part of the cephalothorax is equipped with eight eyes. Tarantulas do not weave catching nets, and the web is used only to cover the walls in the burrow and when spiders make a special egg cocoon.

Hornets

Hornets are considered the largest wasps in Europe. The working individual of the common hornet reaches a length of 20-25 mm, and the uterus reaches up to 35 mm. Again, only female hornets are dangerous to humans; males do not even have a sting.

Hornet venom has a strong allergenic effect. It contains histamine and some toxins that promote the additional release of this substance from the cells of the affected tissue. Histamine accelerates allergic reactions, so even for people who are insensitive to the components of the poison, a hornet bite will be painful. Hornet venom contains a large amount of acetylcholine, which causes severe irritation of nerve endings and acute pain at the site of the bite.

The reaction to a hornet attack varies greatly from person to person. For some, the allergy manifests itself only as swelling, while for others the temperature may rise, headache and heart rate increase. In rare cases, anaphylactic shock and even death can occur.

Unlike a bee, a hornet can use its sting many times; after one bite, it retains a sufficient amount of poison, the supply of which is gradually replenished.

Horseflies

One of the most annoying and dangerous insects for humans are horseflies. Despite the name, they see their prey clearly; horse flies are attracted to dark colors of clothing, the smell of sweat and movement.

It is not so easy to protect yourself from horse flies; they are fast and maneuverable, reach speeds of up to 60 kilometers per hour and usually fly in droves. In order to get enough, the female horsefly can fly around several victims. Horseflies are dangerous because they can carry the pathogens of anthrax, filariasis, tularemia and other diseases on the surface of the body.

The bites of these insects themselves are painful and dangerous. The female horsefly secretes saliva containing toxins and anticoagulants into the bite site. They prevent blood clotting and cause prolonged bleeding from the wound, which does not heal for a long time. A bonus to a horsefly bite is that a non-healing wound attracts other blood-sucking insects, and toxins in the saliva can lead to allergic reactions, redness and painful swelling of the skin.

False black widow

Common spiders of the south of Russia. The venom of a black widow is stronger than that of a rattlesnake. One of the most dangerous spiders on the planet. A relative, the false black widow, lives on the territory of the Krasnodar Territory.

Outwardly it differs from its deadly relative in that it is lighter in color. The characteristic hourglass pattern is not red, but pink. Belongs to the karakurt family. The size of females, together with the leg span, reaches 4 cm, males are half that size. They are nocturnal and weave strong fishing nets.

The false black widow will not bite unless touched. It sits calmly in the center of the homespun cloth, waiting for the victim. However, he often travels around the area, choosing hot spots. While traveling, it can crawl into a tourist’s belongings, vacationers’ shoes, house, or apartment.

The bite of the false black widow is poisonous and painful, but not fatal. In young children and people prone to allergies, a deterioration in well-being may follow, including swelling of the larynx and difficulty breathing. In this case, medical attention is required.

The list of spiders in the Krasnodar region goes on, but none of them are dangerous to humans. Harvesters, cross spiders, side walkers, and house spiders do not pose a threat to people.

Other poisonous spiders of Russia

In the vastness of the Russian Federation, you can meet other representatives of arthropods that are capable, if not of killing a person with their bite, then of causing a lot of painful sensations.

Bagworm (bag spider). This spider is aggressive enough to attack even in the absence of direct danger. The bite is not fatal, but is accompanied by very severe pain, which can spread very quickly throughout almost the entire body.

False black widow. First of all, it is dangerous because it often gets into living quarters. After the bite, acute, prolonged pain, weakness and fever are felt. Symptoms may last up to two days.

As you can see, poisonous spiders are far from uncommon in Russia, but only the female karakurt should be greatly feared. You can easily cope with the consequences of bites from other arachnids on your own. However, seeing a doctor is highly recommended.

Far East

Among the common spiders of the Far East, two other species of atipus stand out. This family of digger spiders is small and has only 32 species. There are only 4 species in Russia. In the Far East, 2 out of 4 species of atipus live. The animals are not dangerous to humans, but due to their long chelicerae they can inflict a painful bite.

Arthropods are not aggressive individually, but they live in colonies and attack if the family is threatened. If only one individual is in danger, the animal folds its paws and pretends to be dead.

Jumping spiders – Salticidae

Jumping spiders or jumping spiders are a family of araneomorphic spiders that includes 610 genera and 5,800 species. They live in tropical forests, deserts, semi-deserts, temperate forests and mountains. These are small spiders, up to 2 cm long. The body is pubescent. These spiders have well-developed vision. They have 8 eyes, thanks to which they see 360º degrees. Jumping spiders differ from each other in body shape, color and range. There are such types of jumping spiders: - the golden jumping spider lives in the south-east of Asian countries, and is characterized by a long abdominal part and a large first pair of legs. The body has a very peculiar golden color. The length of the male rarely exceeds 76 mm, and the females are larger;

- Himalayan jumping spiders are the smallest spiders. They live high above sea level, in the Himalayas, where their only prey is the occasional small insect that is blown onto the mountain slopes by strong winds;

- The green jumping spider lives in New Guinea, New South Wales and Queensland. Often found in Western Australia. The male has a very bright color, and his body is decorated with long white “whiskers”;

- The red-backed species of jumping spider settles in relatively dry areas. The red spider is often found on coastal dunes or oak woodlands in North America. These red spiders are unique in that they are able to build tube-like silken nests under rocks and on the surface of vines;

- the species Hyllus Diardi has a body up to 1.3 cm long. Compared to other types of jumping spiders, it does not weave a web, therefore, to catch prey, it attaches a silk thread to some support, and then jumps from such a peculiar “bungee” onto its victim;

- the ant jumping spider looks very similar to an ant and is most often found in tropical zones from Africa to central Australia. Body color can vary from light yellow to black.

Jumping spiders are unique in that they can jump long distances (up to 20 times their body size). Before jumping, they cling to the substrate with a web (thus securing their jump), then push their body out with their hind legs. Jumping spiders are absolutely harmless to humans. They have poison, but it has no effect on humans, and their bite is almost painless.

White karakurt - Latrodectus pallidus

Image of white karakurt

This is a white spider, with long legs and a round abdomen. The abdomen is white or milky in color, with 4 indentations. The legs and cephalothorax are yellow or light brown. The white spider has a body 10-20 mm long. Females are larger than males. White spiders weave a web in the shape of a cone, which is connected to a trapping net. They live in North Africa, the Middle East, Iran, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan. The white karakurt spider is not aggressive, but its poison is toxic and can cause complications. Children and the elderly are most susceptible to the effects of the poison. Toxicological studies have shown that the poison of the white karakurt is similar to the poison of the karakurt (Latrodectus tredecimtugattus). If you are bitten by this spider, you should consult a doctor.

Goliath tarantula - Theraphosa blondi

This giant spider is considered the largest in the world. The span of its legs reaches 30 cm. In Venezuela (1965), one of the representatives of this species was listed in the Guinness Book of Records. The span of its legs was 28 cm. It is believed that the leg span of Heteropoda maxima is even longer, up to 35 cm. But this species has a small body and long thin legs. So he is small compared to the massive goliath. The body of the goliath is light or dark brown, densely covered with short hairs. They live in burrows, the entrance of which is covered with cobwebs. This huge spider lives in the tropical forests of Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, and northern Brazil. It feeds on various insects, rodents, frogs, lizards and even snakes. The life expectancy of females is 15-25 years, males - 3-6. These spiders are amazing in that they are able to make a hissing sound by rubbing their chelicerae; the ability to shake hairs from the abdomen into the enemy’s face, which cause swelling of the mucous membrane. The goliath tarantula also has large and sharp chelicerae (claws), with which it can bite very painfully. Their venom is not dangerous to humans; the symptoms are the same as after a bee sting.

Families

In Russia the following families of arthropods are represented:

These are not all species of spiders living in Russia, but a significant part of them. Most arthropods are able to live in any conditions. Photos and names of cosmopolitan spiders can be found in the description of the fauna of any of the regions of Russia. Some prefer a dry, hot climate and live in the southern part with an abundance of steppes. Others need water or damp places; such arthropods are usually found in the central part, where there are many forests with lakes and swamps.

Spiders in Siberia: which animals can withstand the harsh climate

Photos and names of common inhabitants

Steatoda

Black Widow

Cross

Black fathead

The meaning of arachnids

Tarantula spider – Theraphosidae

Types of spiders, names and photographs

Tarantula Spider Conservation

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Other poisonous animals of Russia

Arthropods of the steppe regions

Eresus

Karakurt

Spiders

Steatoda

Black Widow

Cross

Black fathead

Tarantula

Hornets

Horseflies

False black widow

Other poisonous spiders of Russia

Far East

Jumping spiders – Salticidae

White karakurt - Latrodectus pallidus

Goliath tarantula - Theraphosa blondi

Families