New Spider Discovered in Idaho | Idaho Falls News

Idaho Falls News Today | 2 Min news | The Daily News Now! · Sep 3, 2026 · 1m

Scientists at the University of Idaho just discovered a brand-new spider species—Hexura vandal—named after their own school, found lurking in damp pine forests near Kooskia. What started as a routine survey turned into a big find when researchers spotted a dark, nickel-sized spider that didn’t fit any known local family. After some skepticism, they confirmed it’s a unique species thriving only in Idaho’s wet mountain woods—and possibly eligible to become the state’s official spider, symbolizing fragile ecosystems needing protection. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…