Herbs and essential oils are often touted as spider deterrents, but science tells a more nuanced story about which methods ...

Here's what to know about the Joro spiders arriving this summer, including the states they're expected to invade Skyler Caruso is a Writer and Reporter of PEOPLE Digital Entertainment. She joined ...

This spider doesn’t run or hide when danger strikes. Instead, it builds a fake version of itself — and predators fall for it.

A large, brightly colored invasive species called the Joro spider is on the move in the United States. Populations have been growing in parts of the South and East Coast for years, and many ...

A large, brightly colored invasive species called the Joro spider is on the move in the United States. Populations have been growing in parts of the South and East Coast for years, and many ...

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Black widow spiders are among the most notorious arachnids in the U.S., known for their potent venom and distinctive appearance. A bite from a black widow can cause muscle pain, cramps, and in severe ...

It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's a parachuting venomous flying spider! Called Joro spiders, these enormous arachnids have been spreading across North America since the 2010s and are expected to ...