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False tarantula

False tarantula

Calisoga longitarsis

A species of Calisoga

The false tarantula (Calisoga longitarsis) gets its name because it's not a tarantula at all. Instead, it's often known as the "Calisoga spider". These spiders have thin silver or brown hairs while tarantulas typically have thick black or red hairs covering their bodies. This species will deliver a painful bite if threatened, but it's not extremely dangerous for humans.

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General Info About False tarantula
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Attributes of False tarantula
Habitat
rock; indoor; clothing
Adult Food Sources
Larger insects, other spiders, small invertebrates, land snails, small lizards
Larva Food Source
Small insects, mites, insect larvae, small arthropods, tiny spiders
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
The False tarantula can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
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Species Status of False tarantula
It is almost entirely endemic to central and northern California.
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Distribution Area of False tarantula
Western USA
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Adult Size of False tarantula
8 cm
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Interesting Facts About False tarantula
False tarantula can survive without food or water for months by slowing down their metabolic rate.
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Scientific Classification of False tarantula
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Youth Habitat of False tarantula
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Adult Habitat of False tarantula
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract False tarantula
The use of trap food is not typically a method for finding false tarantula due to their hunting habits as generalist predators, preferring live prey over carrion.
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How and Where Can You Find False tarantula at Different Life Stages
Juvenile Juvenile false tarantula may be found close to where the egg sac is located, often sheltered under debris, rocks, or loose bark. Look for tiny spiderlings in these protected areas.
False tarantula at this stage are larger and start to exhibit more of the adult's behavior and habitat preference. Look for them in crevices or near the ground where they may have started to construct their burrows or weave small webs.
Adult Adult false tarantula can be found near their established burrows or hiding spots. They may be out hunting at night, which is the best time to see them actively moving about. During the day, one could look for their silk-lined burrows or web trip-lines near the ground in undisturbed areas.
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The false tarantula can cause toxic reactions with a wide range of severity. However, the toxins are typically targeted at their prey and predators. They are usually not fatal to humans.

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Are False tarantula harmful to humans?

Funnel-web tarantulas usually do not bite, and may only bite when they feel coerced. They have little venom and limited toxicity. Those who are bitten do not have to worry about their lives. The injected venom can cause local pain and swelling.
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Toxic to Animals

False tarantula typically employs its fangs to inject venom, a method derived from its essential predatory behavior. The toxin's intensity is generally mild, mainly causing discomfort among various animals. For instance, humans and dogs might experience localized pain or swelling after an encounter with false tarantula. On the other hand, small mammals, along with insects, could suffer from more acute reactions, potentially leading to more severe distress or incapacitation due to their smaller size and different physiological responses to the venom.

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Bite Humans

False tarantula does not typically display biting behavior towards humans. When such incidents occur, they are usually defensive, a response to perceived threats or direct provocation. False tarantula bites by injecting venom through its fangs, resulting in mild symptoms, reflecting its reluctance rather than aggression.

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