Of all the creeping, crawling critters that potentially pose problems for humans, spiders occupy a special niche. Unlike the biting, stinging pests such as hornets, wasps, snakes, and ticks that ...

Poisonous Spiders of South Carolina originally appeared on Dengarden. In case you don't know, almost all spiders are capable of producing venomous bites. But in South Carolina, there are really only ...

Daddy-long-legs, which look like spiders with thin legs much longer than their bodies, are generally seen as harmless. But according to many versions of a popular rumor, daddy-long-legs are actually ...

If you live in the New Jersey and New York area, brace yourself—giant venomous spiders could soon be flying your way. In January, the company New Jersey Pest Control cautioned the public that the Joro ...

Joro spiders are spreading in the U.S. These giant flying spiders have distinct markings. Experts explain if Joro spiders are poisonous. Few things freak people out like spiders. And when they’re ...

In the animal world, power is not always measured in kilograms or muscle mass. A single, well placed venomous bite can topple ...

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 ...

A single drawing from a 94-year-old scientific paper has revived interest in one of the more roundabout ways a spider preps its dinner. First swathe a fruit fly or ...

While most spiders in the home and business are harmless, the presence of venomous species can pose serious risks, making it crucial to identify and manage them effectively. Alabama is home to two of ...