Arachnology is the study of spiders and other Arachnida. Within these pages, you can learn more about the Burke's terrestrial invertebrates division, its collections, and the ever-popular "Spider Myths".

The collection at the Burke Museum includes 100,000 spiders, as well as other terrestrial invertebrates such as 37,000 butterflies and moths, and some 136,000 additional specimens including bees, hornets, scorpions, and a very small flea collection.

For more detailed information see the:
Burke Museum Spider Curation Procedures (PDF)

Spider Myths Myths, misconceptions, and superstitions. Test your own "Spider IQ." People Meet Seattle's renowned spider expert. Ask him your question. Rod Crawford Curatorial Associate of Arachnids Phone: 206-543-9853 E-mail: tiso@u.washington.edu Curriculum vitae Spider Collector's Journal

Research Did you know 870 species of spiders live in Washington? A complete checklist. Links Links to more Web resources about spiders.

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