As Halloween nears, Florida's spiders are stepping into the spotlight, not as villains but as misunderstood heroes of the ...

June Lockhart, actor known for "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," dies at 100 'I’d never be hired today': UW professor slams ...

Scientists offer a new idea for why orb-weaving arachnids add decorations known as stabilimenta to their webs.

Some spiders don’t just spin webs — they listen through them. Researchers found that orb-weavers can sense vibrations on ...

This juvenile Ecuadorian red bloom tarantula (Pamphobeteus vespertinus) has telltale red markings on its abdomen. The stunning arachnid was photographed at night in La Maná, Ecuador. Spiny-backed orb ...

Spiders are getting in the spooky season spirit across San Diego, setting up sticky webs to ensnare sidewalk passersby right before Halloween. The big picture: But the arachnids don't actually care ...

While most spiders are small and harmless, some species grow to impressive sizes, showcasing fascinating adaptations and hunting strategies. Here are seven of the largest spider species found in the ...