The newfound species belongs to the family of 'ladybird velvet spiders' but the bodily features display starkly unusual ...

Australian scientists have discovered a new species of the deadly funnel-web spider that is bigger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it "Big Boy." In research released Monday, ...

According to The Hindu, the spider was found around Madhugundi village, and was named pilia malenadu to honor its origins.

On their mission to seek out new life, scientists have named three new spider species Kirk, Spock and McCoy — after characters from the original “Star Trek” series. By Christine Hauser Star Trek fans ...

A spotted orb weaver is shown in its web Upcountry. It is one of approximately 205 species of spiders in Hawaii, of which an estimated 77 species have been introduced by people accidentally or ...

Crimson red ladybug spider with surprising scientific characteristics has been discovered in Morocco and named Eresus ...

Discovered in 2022, the subterranean spider web spans over 1,000 feet and is home to a six-figure population of arachnids.

Scientists in Europe have identified a previously unknown species of fungus that turns cave spiders into “zombies.” The fungus lures them out of their webs before instigating an untimely death and ...

Spiders can elicit fearful reactions in some people, but the majority of species cause no harm to humans and may provide benefits. That said, there are a couple of venomous spider species in the metro ...