Colorado's annual Tarantula migration draws tourists and caution

Thousands of male tarantulas embark on their annual mating journey across southeastern Colorado captivating tourists and locals. Centered in La Junta, this migration peaks in mid-September. Experts highlight the event's unique appeal while urging respect for the spiders, whose populations face threats from climate change and human activities. The city celebrates the event with "Tarantula Fest."

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