Entomologists study insects, such as ants, bees, and beetles. They also study arthropods, a related group of species that includes spiders and scorpions. ... Some entomologists study how climate change will affect insect species and their distributions.

What do you call a person who studies spiders?

Arachnologist : A person who studies spiders, mites, ticks, or scorpions.

Are entomologists afraid of spiders?

Some entomologists, the scientists that study insects, have a work life that presents a challenge: they've devoted their careers to creepy-crawly animals, work with them every day, sometimes get up close and personal with them and are maybe even fond of them, but they're scared of or disgusted by spiders.