Insects, Spiders, Centipedes, Millipedes

Tarantula
In the fall you may see tarantulas crossing the roads looking for a mate.
 

Salinas Pueblo Missions is home to a variety of insects and arachnids including:

 
Praying Mantis
Desert Centipedes
Tarantulas
Silkworms
Velvet Ants
Tarantula Hawks
Praying Mantises
Jerusalem Crikets
Cicadas
Dragonflies
And More!

Last updated: May 4, 2016

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
PO Box 517
105 South Ripley Avenue

Mountainair, NM 87036-0517

Phone:

505 847-2585 x220
Headquarters Visitor Center Front Desk

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