Rewilding My Lot

Converting a new developer lot into a nature ecosystem — my journey


wolf spider

  • Wolf Spiders, And How To Find Them In The Dark

    Wolf Spiders, And How To Find Them In The Dark

    Rabid Wolf Spiders (Rabidosa rabida) are common here. Their name sounds alarming, but spiders cannot carry rabies and therefore cannot transmit it. The “rabid” part of their name is thought to derive from its rapid, erratic movement. Here are two of them that I found in my Frogfruit (Phyla nodiflora). Rabid Wolf Spiders don’t build… Continue reading

About Me

Nature Lover.
Inquisitive Observer.
Student Gardener.

I invite you to join me on my journey to convert my sterile (from a nature point of view) new house lot to a healthy and diverse ecosystem, as I make discoveries, mistakes, and hopefully progress. I am not an expert or professional. The project started in February 2023 and the location is Seguin, Texas, USA.