This ground-dwelling spider native to the deserts of Arizona is known for its striking golden-brown coloration. Arizona blonde tarantulas are favored as pets because they are less likely to bite ...

Burrow of Persian Gold Tarantulas in West Azerbaijan Province, Iran. The arrow in the photo on the right indicates the location of the burrow.

Experts say Kansans don't need to be worried about the healthy population of tarantulas found in parts of the state, particularly in the southern tier of counties. The large, hairy spiders are ...