Spiders, their venom and their silk pose many unsolved questions for science. A new study provides clues to better understand ...

There are seven broad types of spider webs, and each is created in a unique way. In this article, we find out about their ...

One of the world's deadliest spiders has a larger and more venomous cousin, scientists have found, and it could soon be coming to a bedroom or garage near you. Scientists have now discovered their ...

Let's talk about the orb weaver spider ... and only occurs if the spider feels threatened or accidentally comes into contact with skin. Unlike venomous spiders such as the black widow, orb ...

A massive venomous spider has been discovered in Australia - and it’s one of the world’s deadliest. The spider, a species of funnel-web, has just had its existence confirmed by scientists ...

Scientists have just discovered a brand new species of spider—and it instantly became the most venomous story in the world. The Sydney funnel-web has held the title of most venomous creepy ...

A larger and more venomous species of one of the world's deadliest spiders has been confirmed by Australian scientists. Nicknamed 'big boy', it can grow up to 9cm (3.54 inches) compared with 5cm ...

Good news: Orb weaver spiders are harmless to humans! Their bite is mild, similar to a mosquito bite, and only occurs if the spider feels threatened or accidentally comes into contact with skin.

"This is one of the greatest honors you can get," the Australian broadcaster ABC quoted the spider friend as saying. Important for venom research The good news is that the existing antivenom is ...

A larger and more venomous species of one of the world's deadliest spiders has been confirmed by Australian scientists. Nicknamed 'big boy', it can grow up to 9cm (3.54 inches) compared with 5cm (1.97 ...