Solifugae is an order of arachnids known variously as solifuges, sun spiders, camel spiders, and wind scorpions. The order includes more than 1,000 described species in about 147 genera.

Nov 30, 2021 · While invariably cool-sounding, it’s actually not true. Camel spiders don’t feast on humans, camels, or any other large mammal. Instead, the solifugae — which is sometimes also …

Camel Spiders are true masters of the desert, though their range extends beyond just sand dunes. They are predominantly found in arid and semi-arid regions across the globe, including the deserts and …

Dec 14, 2025 · Camel spiders are arthropods belonging to the order Solifugae within the class Arachnida. They are also referred to as solifuges, sun spiders, wind scorpions, or scorpion carriers. …

Jul 8, 2024 · Camel spiders are aggressive, but they're also nonvenomous, meaning they don't have venom glands either. The large jaws of most species can't even break through human skin, much …

Jul 6, 2025 · Camel spiders are large, fast-moving arachnids found mostly in desert regions like the Middle East and the southwestern United States. Often mistaken for venomous killers, they are …

Sep 3, 2025 · Camel spiders can be found in deserts and arid regions throughout the Middle East, North Africa, India, Mexico and the southwestern United States. They’re present on every continent except …

Feb 6, 2026 · Camel spiders are found on all continents except Antarctica and Australia, favoring desert terrain, but also occur widely in semidesert and scrub in the southwestern United States, the Middle …

Jan 10, 2026 · The camel spider has long been the subject of exaggerated tales and frightening rumors, often depicting it as an enormous, hyper-aggressive desert monster. Despite its common name, this …

The online guide will provide high-quality photographs for the identification of camel spider species found throughout North America and will provide researchers focused on other families (e.g., …