Arachnophilia
Arachnophilia is a term sometimes used to describe a strong fondness or admiration for spiders. It is not a formally recognized philia or a clinical diagnosis, but rather a colloquial term to express a positive sentiment towards arachnids. Individuals who identify with arachnophilia may find spiders fascinating, beautiful, or interesting creatures. This interest can manifest in various ways, such as keeping spiders as pets, studying their behavior and biology, or collecting art and literature featuring spiders.
The term "arachnophilia" is derived from "arachnid," the class of arthropods that includes spiders, scorpions, mites,