A newly published study co-authored by University of South Florida alum Louis Coticchio and USF integrative biologist Deby Cassill challenges long-standing assumptions about the brown recluse spider, ...

A closer look at a Mediterranean brown recluse spider in its dwelling. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible ...

Rufus net-casting spiders can tune the stiffness and elasticity of their webs thanks to loops of silk, scanning electron ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Among the most venomous animals in the world, it is not surprising that snakes snatch the top spots. Depending on the species, ...

A black widow spider can be identified by the red hourglass on its belly. Photo licensed by Creative Commons. Spiders can sometimes be dangerous in weird ways. At a Michigan gas station in 2015, a man ...

It is mid-October in the Rockies, which means it is almost time to break out winter gear. As you dig through your garage to swap summer sandals for winter boots, do not be surprised if you disturb the ...

Brown recluse spiders are present in Louisiana, and these spiders have necrotic venom and bites sometimes require medical attention. Brown recluses can be characterized by a distinct dark brown, ...

The legs of a brown recluse span roughly the size of a quarter to a half-dollar. Most are light to medium brown in color, though some may appear darker, ranging from reddish to chocolate brown, ...

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 ...

Two of the most feared creatures on earth — the brown recluse spider and the king cobra. Both pack a deadly punch, but in different ways. One is a tiny, secretive arachnid hiding in homes across the U ...