Invertebrates

Invertebrates • December 12, 2025

Types of Yellow Sac Spiders: Identify, Compare, and Stay Safe

You might be surprised to learn that those small, pale spiders you occasionally spot crawling across your ceiling at night belong to a diverse group with over a dozen distinct species. Yellow sac spiders are small, nocturnal hunters found across North America, Europe, and Asia, each with unique characteristics that set them apart from common […]

Animal of Things • December 30, 2025

Invertebrates • December 11, 2025

20 Spiders in Houston: Identification Guide with Photos

Houston’s warm, humid climate creates the perfect environment for a diverse spider population. While finding eight-legged visitors in your home or garden might make you uneasy, most spiders in Houston play beneficial roles by controlling insect populations. This guide will help you identify the 20 most common spiders you’ll encounter in the Houston area, understand […]

Kingsley Felix • December 11, 2025

Invertebrates • October 8, 2025

8 Edible Crabs You Can Catch in Florida Waters Right Now

Florida’s coastal waters hold some of the most sought-after edible crabs in North America, with over 80 species calling these warm waters home. Whether you’re wading through shallow grass flats or dropping traps in deeper channels, the Sunshine State offers year-round opportunities to harvest premium crab species that rival any seafood restaurant’s offerings. You’ll discover […]

Obialor Vivian • October 8, 2025

Invertebrates • October 8, 2025

Hawaii’s Invasive Snails: 7 Species Threatening Your Garden and Health

If you think snails are harmless garden visitors, Hawaii’s invasive species will change your mind quickly. These seemingly innocent mollusks carry the rat lungworm parasite and pose serious health risks to humans, while simultaneously destroying crops, native ecosystems, and backyard gardens across the Hawaiian Islands. You’re not just dealing with leaf damage anymore—you’re facing potential […]

Job Adeniyi • October 8, 2025

Invertebrates • October 7, 2025

5 Edible Crabs You Can Catch Along the Texas Coast This Season

Texas boasts over 350 miles of pristine Gulf Coast shoreline teeming with edible crabs that offer both recreational fun and delectable meals. Whether you’re dropping chicken necks from a pier in Galveston or working crab traps in the brackish waters of Matagorda Bay, the Lone Star State’s coastal waters provide year-round opportunities to catch some […]

Ekokotu Jay • October 7, 2025

Invertebrates • October 7, 2025

Common Snails You’ll Encounter in Virginia’s Streams, Gardens, and Forests

Virginia’s diverse ecosystems harbor an remarkable variety of gastropods that many residents never notice. From the smallest terrestrial species hiding under garden mulch to large predatory snails patrolling forest floors, you’ll discover 14 distinct types of snails in Virginia that call the Commonwealth home. Whether you’re exploring mountain streams, tending backyard gardens, or hiking woodland […]

Patience Isreal • October 7, 2025

Invertebrates • October 6, 2025

Pennsylvania Snails: How to Identify 12 Common Species in Your Backyard and Waterways

Walk through any Pennsylvania garden after a spring rain, and you’ll likely spot spiral shells gliding across wet surfaces. These gastropods represent just a fraction of the diverse snail populations thriving throughout the Commonwealth. From tiny terrestrial species hiding under logs to aquatic invaders disrupting stream ecosystems, Pennsylvania hosts an remarkable variety of native and […]

Kehinde Ikpea • October 6, 2025

Invertebrates • October 6, 2025

15 Amazing Crabs You’ll Find in the Florida Keys (With Photos)

The crystal-clear waters surrounding the Florida Keys harbor over 6,000 marine species, but few creatures are as fascinating and diverse as the region’s remarkable crab population. From tiny crabs that decorate themselves with sponges to massive stone crabs prized by seafood lovers, these crustaceans showcase nature’s incredible adaptability in one of America’s most unique marine […]

Abdullahi Qaadir • October 6, 2025

Invertebrates • October 6, 2025

10 Types of Crabs You’ll Find Along Galveston’s Coast

Did you know that Galveston’s waters host over a dozen distinct crab species, with some capable of surviving both underwater and on land? Whether you’re strolling along the sandy shores or exploring the marshy inlets, you’ll encounter an incredible diversity of these fascinating crustaceans. From the commercially valuable blue crabs that fuel local seafood restaurants […]

Jacob Emmanuel • October 6, 2025

Invertebrates • October 6, 2025

Beach Comber’s Guide to New England Crabs: 10 Species Worth Finding

Over 15 different crab species inhabit New England’s diverse coastal waters, yet most beachgoers can identify only one or two. From the rugged granite shores of Maine to the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, these fascinating crustaceans have adapted to an incredible range of habitats, creating opportunities for discovery during every coastal adventure. Whether you’re […]

Ekokotu Emmanuel Eguono • October 6, 2025