There are few things scarier than seeing a spider appear suddenly in your walking path. What’s even scarier? When the spider is bigger than the house spiders you’re used to seeing in your home! That larger arachnid might be a wolf spider invading your space. Are wolf spiders dangerous?

Are Wolf Spiders Dangerous?

They might be venomous, but they are actually very afraid of you and would rather stay far away. If provoked and they do bite, it can be painful. The bump might look like other bug bites and itch like others, too. Fortunately, wolf spider bites often don’t require professional medical attention.

All About Wolf Spiders

What do they look like? This type of spider is brown, gray, black, or tan with dark markings that help to camouflage it. They are anywhere from 1/4″ to 1″ long.

Where do they live? They are ground dwellers and normally nest in burrows. They do not spin webs.

What do they eat? Wolf spiders eat big prey: crickets, roaches, beetles, and mealworms.

Seeing More Spiders Than Usual?

If you see a couple of spiders, fear not! You likely are not dealing with a significant spider invasion. While pesky and sometimes frightening, it is very normal to have spiders living in your home. In fact, everyone does. They are solitary pests, and when you see one, it probably came in alone. If you begin seeing more than usual, you need to dig deeper…because the presence of spiders can often mean the presence of other pests! They go where there is food, so they might have found a great source of meals in your home. That is why it’s important to contact a pest control company right away to find out if you are dealing with a bigger issue. Your local pest pros at ExtermPRO are here to help. We will do a full inspection of your property to get down to the cause of these eight-legged pests. Call us today at 571-620-1168.