Arachnids
What to Know About Joro Spiders That Have Invaded Georgia
The large, colorful arachnid has spread rapidly across the state, and they look set to continue creeping into new territory.
Shocked Passengers Spot Tarantula Crawling Around a Plane Mid-flight
Move over snakes and Samuel L. Jackson, now there are tarantulas on a plane as a horrifying viral TikTok clip shows.
Man Horrified After 'Glittery' Spider Turns Out to Be Dozens of Babies
The wolf spider exhibits a high level of "maternal care" when compared to other species of arachnid.
Acid-Spraying, Scorpion-Like Vinegaroons Looking for Love Emerge in Texas
The large arachnids are armed with powerful mouthparts and a tail that can shoot out a vinegar-like substance.
False Widow Spiders Known for Biting People While They Sleep on the Rise
A news study confirms that the bite of a Noble False Widow spider can be just as severe as those of the feared Black Widow.
Woman Spots Huge Spider in Car While Driving at 60mph: 'Almost Killed Me'
These large, long-legged Australian huntsman spiders are notorious for entering cars and being found behind sun visors.
New Species of Venomous Spider Looks Like Pitch-Black Tarantula
The first reported sighting of the Pine Rockland trapdoor spider occurred in 2012. Since then, "only a handful" of specimens, all male, have been discovered, according to a Zoo Miami press release.
Michigan Library Where Venomous Mediterranean Recluse Spiders Found Reopens
In rare cases, the bite of a Mediterranean recluse spider can lead to a condition called loxoscelism that is characterized by skin lesions.
Black Widow Spiders Feast on Males after Mating with Them and Liquefy Prey
Black widows are widely considered to be the most venomous spiders in North America and can live for up to three years,
Massive Tarantula Surprises Unwitting Texas Couple
Teouna and Ken Thomas saw the large, creepy-crawly guest climbing up the window outside their house.
Spider With a Venomous Bite That Rots Human Flesh Discovered in Mexico
The arachnid belongs to a genus, or group of species, known as Loxosceles—which are commonly referred to as recluse spiders, violin spiders, brown spiders, fiddle-backs or reapers.
Arachnophobe Who Woke Up With Earache and Vertigo Finds Spider In His Ear
"My initial reaction was just to get the bloody thing out of me as fast as possible," the man said.
This Bizarre Arachnid Has the Face of a Bunny
Known by its scientific name Metagryne bicolumnata, the strange creature was filmed and photographed in the Ecuadorian rainforest.
Scorpions Invade Cities to Find Food, Kill Hundreds
Deforestation and urban sprawl are forcing the venomous animals into contact with humans.
Male Brown Widow Spiders Prefer Cannibalistic Females
Researchers suggest that the older females may be seducing the males with pheromone signals.
Scorpion-Tailed Spider Chimera Discovered in Amber
The creature fills the gap between ancient tailed arachnids and true spiders.
New Tarantula Named After Gabriel García Márquez
The creature has an entirely new type of hair covering its body.
Eight New Whip Spiders Found in Amazon Rain Forest
The creatures have striking arm-like claws, but are harmless to humans.
Even the Spiders Are Bigger in the City
Arachnids may grow larger in cities because they tend to be hotter.
