The most common spiders in Washington State are giant house spiders, jumping spiders and orb weavers.

Family Salticidae is the jumping spiders — after “salta,” meaning “jump.” These robust little balls of energy are some of the smallest spiders, but perform some of the greatest physical feats of any arachnid.

Jumping spiders are one of the most common types of spiders. While there are thousands of species of jumping spiders, only 300 are native to the United States. Jumping spiders are not dangerous to humans, even if you get bitten by one. Typically, a jumping spider will only bite when it’s being crushed or threatened.

Jumping spiders are friendly! Moreover, these spiders are rather curious, and carefully observe the humans around them, before approaching a hideout. They tend to shy away from direct contact and are generally, not aggressive towards humans – making them appear adorable and sociable!

Because they are so difficult to catch, it is unlikely observers will ever get bitten by one. They can and will bite, but their venom is not lethal and may only cause a stinging sensation. Bold Jumping Spiders have strong colors as well as behavior.

Whether your pet loves chasing after creepy-crawlies or is afraid of arachnids as humans tend to be, spiders can be serious business for pets. Spider venom can actually be very toxic to pets; the smaller your pet is, the more a spider’s venom will affect them.

Most jumping spiders prefer the outdoors and are avid hunters. A jumping spider found inside a home is most likely there in search of insects to eat or simply happened to accidentally wander inside.

Jumping spider bite experience Jumping spider’s bite can sting a little but the pain should not be anything more than that. The after effects can also vary. It can cause slight swelling or itch for some and redness for most. This swell or itch should start to subside within a day or 2.

Jumping spiders will usually be found hunting around windows and doors because more insects are attracted to those areas.

However, if threatened or crushed, jumping spiders will bite to defend themselves. Their venom is not harmful to humans, but bites can cause mild or slight localized pain, itching, and mild swelling.

1. Phidippus Audax (Bold Jumping Spider) The Phidippus Audax, also known as the bold/daring jumping spider got its nickname due to the fact that they have a bold personality where they are not introverts that will shun away.

The Mexican Red-Knee (#2) and Jumping Spider (#1) are among the friendliest species that can be safely handled.

There are 24 confirmed types of spiders that reside in the Pacific Northwest (or what we call pnw spiders up in Seattle). We bring you the most common nuisance spiders that tend to build their webs in human environments: The Common House Spider, the Western Black Widow, the Hobo Spider, and the Yellow Sac Spider.

All spiders possess mouthparts, in the form of fangs, to subdue their prey. Thus, all spiders can bite, and some of them are large enough to bite humans and pets, but only in self-defense. Here in the Pacific Northwest, only one species of spider has been documented as venomous to humans.

The Wolf Spider’s favorite hunting grounds include wooded areas, coastal forests, alpine meadows, suburban gardens, shrublands, and homes. Though they do not climb very well, they do run very fast. They prey on insects that are walking or resting on the ground.

It is a nuisance pest, probably more because of its webs than the spider itself. Its webs are in corners of rooms and are easy to miss. This spider is found worldwide and is common throughout the United States and Canada. Probably the most famous but also most reclusive spider is the Western Black Widow.