Daddy longlegs are a common creature here in Upstate New York. Did you know the daddy longlegs isn’t actually a spider? Let’s explore further…
- Daddy longlegs are harvestmen, which are in the order Opiliones, whereas spiders are in a different order
- Daddy longlegs do not have venom or fangs, making them harmless to humans
- With only two eyes on a central knob, daddy longlegs have poor vision
- Daddy longlegs do not produce silk or webs
- To escape predators, daddy longlegs can detach their legs
- Daddy longlegs sometimes gather in groups to confuse predators
- Daddy longlegs eat a variety of food such as small insects, plant matter, fungi, and dead animals
If you experience a daddy longlegs infestation around your home or business, please contact us for a free inspection. We offer residential pest control and commercial pest control for the greater Capital District area including Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga and Rensselaer Counties.