Spiders are found all over South Korea, from the busy cities to quiet countryside. These eight-legged creatures come in many sizes and colors. Some build webs in corners or between trees, while others hide under rocks or in the grass. Most spiders in Korea are not dangerous to people and play an important role in nature by eating insects. In this article, we will take a closer look at the kinds of spiders you might see in South Korea, including which ones are common and if there are any you should be careful around.
Spiders in South Korea Identification Chart
| Black and White Spiny Spider (Gasteracantha kuhli) | Pointillist Neoscona (Neoscona punctigera) | Bird-dropping Spider (Celaenia excavate) |
| Common House Spider (Parasteatoda tepidariorum) | Triangle Crab Spider (Ebrechtella tricuspidata) | Wasp Spiders |
| Joro Spiders (Trichonephila clavata) | Golden Silk Orb Weaver (Trichonephila clavipes) | Radiated Wolf Spider (Hogna radiata) |
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JorÅ (Trichonephila clavata) - The Joro spider is a big, colorful spider that originally came from places like Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan. But guess what? Scientists found them in North America in 2015!… Continue Reading >
Golden Silk Orb-Weaver (Nephila) - Have you ever seen a spider's web that shines like gold? Meet the Golden Silk Orb-Weaver! With 23 different types living around the world, they're known for their special golden webs.… Continue Reading >
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