Tarantula “invasion” expected in New Mexico this fall

Tens of thousands of young adult male tarantulas will soon crawl out of their hiding spots in New Mexico.This fall, the arachnids will be prevalently seen in New Mexico and surrounding states in search of a mate. Experts say if you see one, leave it alone. Experts also say tarantulas are generally docile, but can bite and jump up to two feet.

Tens of thousands of young adult male tarantulas will soon crawl out of their hiding spots in New Mexico.

This fall, the arachnids will be prevalently seen in New Mexico and surrounding states in search of a mate.

Experts say if you see one, leave it alone.

Experts also say tarantulas are generally docile, but can bite and jump up to two feet.