A new study has revealed why some spiders possess venom that is far more potent than others. By analyzing the venoms of more than 70 different spider species, the team explored whether factors such as ...

A Vienna man shared his experience of being bitten by a brown recluse spider, which resulted in severe pain and swelling, and recommends keeping an eye out for spiders in cold, damp, dark places ...

Brown recluse spiders will be confined to only 5% of their natural territory by 2080 if the species does not learn to migrate north.

Spider and spider webs earrings - Ideas for Halloween jewelry from copper wire Another Halloween season again, every year to ...

Clover mites (Bryobia praetiosa) are admittedly tiny and may be easy to miss on their own, but they arrive in large numbers ...

Dannii Minogue has opened up about feeling "embarrassed" and "self-conscious" due to her bandaged legs, which were the result of spider bites during the filming of 'I Kissed a Boy'. The 53-year ...

The truth about the Mediterranean Recluse bites that have webbed up panic. Stock image of a Recluse spider bite shot closeup. Red in the centre, and a red rash on the outside. Credit: Robert D Brozek, ...

A spider bites him on the back of his neck, giving him spider-powers. It is a reboot of Sony's Spider-Man film franchise.

Horsefly bites can be painful, but they are not usually dangerous. Covering up with clothing is one way to prevent bites, but horseflies can often bite through fabric. Cleaning the area and ...

Most spider bites cause local pain, redness and swelling. It's much like a bee sting reaction. A few spiders (such as the Black Widow) can cause a more severe reaction. Helpful if spider seen on the ...

The large spider species is known for its ability to match the colour and texture of its surroundings. The arachnid then uses the perfect camouflage to hunt its prey. Their legs have lateral hairs ...

A RARE venomous spider known as the "master of disguise" has been seen lurking in the UK - can you spot it? The lesser-spotted lichen running spider was spotted at temperate rainforest site West ...