Spiders of Oregon: What's lurking in ... The common name "wolf spider" refers to the fact that they do not build webs to catch prey, but instead hunt prey in a similar manner as wolves do.

There are more than 500 species of spiders in Oregon, and soon they’ll be breeding. Eeek! Every autumn, the Oregon Department of Agriculture sees an uptick in spider reports from concerned citizens.

Discover interesting facts about wolf spiders, how they hunt, what they eat and why they're named for the fierce creatures.

Wolf spiders consist of over 100 species and tend to be larger than common house spiders. Learn more about what they are, the risks, and how they can impact your health.