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Do trapdoor spiders climb up walls?

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Trapdoor spiders are ground dwelling. They cannot climb walls.

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Where are trapdoor spiders native?

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They are from Australia, but they live in warm climates. They also are in several parts of Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia and certain parts of Mexico.

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Are trapdoor spiders venomous?

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Trapdoor spiders rarely bite; however, if they do so, it can be very painful. Their bites are not venomous, though.

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How can I tell if I have trapdoor spiders?

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Trapdoor spiders live in burrows, usually covered. Trapdoors are primitive spiders, so they have large fangs and will stand in a posture much like a tarantula or funnel web when threatened. The head shape of primitive spiders is distinct, so look for the that shape. (You can find images online to help you.) You can also look online to find maps of trapdoor spider distribution across the US; that will tell you whether or not trapdoor spiders are common in your area.

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Would trapdoor spiders be attracted to water?

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No, they would not.

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I have a trapdoor spider in a habitat. What will happen to it?

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If you are feeding it and caring for it properly, then it can live for up to 20 years.

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How do I tell the difference between a Sydney funnel web spider and a trapdoor spider?

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Funnel web spiders are much more aggressive and are smaller. Trapdoors sometimes have literal flaps of soil and silk outside their burrows and tend to be more colourful. Check out online images to help you to actually see the differences.

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What are the differences between a trapdoor spider and a tarantula?

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Trapdoors belong to the family Ctenidae, while tarantulas are from the family Theraphosidae. Tarantulas are hairy and trapdoors are not.

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Do trapdoor spiders live near water?

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They can live near water. They often live beside creeks or rivers to catch little fish.

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