There are close to 50,000 known species of spiders, with another 50,000 estimated to be undiscovered. While the creepy arachnids can be frightening to look at, many are harmless to humans. However, ...

FREEDOM TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WJW) – It’s one of the largest spiders in Ohio and experts say it’s been known to cause more than a few people to panic, so it’s no surprise a picture of one posted to a local ...

Joro spiders, those scary-looking critters that can apparently fly through the air when their giant webs are lifted by the wind, have been making big headlines in recent weeks — mainly because of ...

Spiders are those unwanted guests who are sharing your space without paying rent. Spiders might not be everyone’s favorite roommates, but they’re definitely fascinating (and surprisingly helpful). But ...

A massive colorful spider that, in recent years, has invaded several Southeastern US states, isn't as scary as it might look, scientists say. It's actually shy. According to a new study from the ...

Halloween may be over, but creepy crawlies like daddy longlegs and other spiders still haunt the hills and dales of Vallejo and Solano County. Despite their scary reputation, most spiders aren't ...

First, it was the fascinating emergence of the colorful cicadas, followed by warnings that the spongy moth could damage the ecosystem. Is the flying spider the next invasive species you need to worry ...