Across the U.S., countless spider species call every corner of the country home — but only a few are truly dangerous to humans. In fact, there are just two main types of venomous spiders that pose a ...

Climate change and habitat loss threaten the newly named trapdoor spider. Scientists from the, Davis, have identified a previously unknown trapdoor spider species lurking in the coastal sand dunes of ...

The 163 reptiles and arthopods were in a silver Toyota truck attempting to depart the U.S. to Mexico, officials said.

Did you know that spiders are likely to be gone by Halloween? According to Jeff Whitworth, a K-State Extension Entomologist, four spider species common to Kansas are likely to be in hiding within the ...

If you're not a fan of snakes, look away now. Experts have captured slow-motion footage of a viper sinking its fans into prey ...

Comic Con fans, buckle up: at New York Comic Con 2025, Marvel’s ‘Spider-Man & His Venomous Friends’ panel delivered shocking symbiote reveals that left the crowd buzzing. From twisted crossovers to ...

Mississippi is home to over 30 types of spiders, including six venomous species. Brown recluses are often found indoors in undisturbed areas like closets, boxes, and shoes. Preventing infestations ...

Those giant, flying spiders you've been having nightmares about still haven't been found in Kentucky, but they're spreading in the U.S. Joro spiders can release venom, but they do not bite unless they ...

The Joro spider, an invasive species from Asia, has been spotted in several U.S. states, including Tennessee. Female Joro spiders can grow to be the size of a human palm, while males are significantly ...

When I see a garden spider, l recall a fellow graduate student who I came to know while doing owl research in Minnesota. On occasion, I would drop by her office which she shared with her husband, a ...

These warm summer days can offer a lot of outdoor fun -- but can come with some pesky trouble. People dealing with spider or mosquito bites often find it hard to tell the difference. And it's ...