The invasive Joro spider has been spotted in Pennsylvania as it continues to spread in the U.S. The giant species was first ...

All three species of the black widow spider that can be found in the U.S. have been established in the Hawaiian islands as well, possible due to imported produce (a common method of transportation ...

The Desertas wolf spider (Hogna ingens) from Deserta Grande Island in the Atlantic Ocean is one of the largest wolf spider species, with a leg span of 4.7 inches (12 cm), according to the Bristol ...

It’s no secret that Antelope Island State Park is a haven for many organisms and wildlife. But from July to early September, spiders are the star.

In the paddy fields and around the ponds of central China, a common species of orb-weaving spider builds new webs every evening at sunset, allowing it to entrap fireflies that begin to flash ...

Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive. Scientists now know some spiders are smart enough to do both, bringing fresh meaning to the famous quote from poet Sir Walter Scott.

The National Security Council convened this morning (19) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, to discuss security... Partnerships were the name of the game as ...

Wolf spiders are the most common spider species in the world. They get their name because they chase down their prey and pounce on it like a wolf. They’re usually dark gray, brown, or black but ...

With 'rat-sized spiders' coming back to the UK and mating season on the horizon, you'll probably want to level up your home's anti-arachnid defences. That's why experts at GardenBuildingsDirect ...

EXPERTS have issued advice to Irish households on how to keep out a common pest that comes inside during the autumn months. The false widow spider bites when threatened This is so they can find a ...