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 ...

City spiders are growing bigger. Studies show urban spiders are larger and more fertile. This is linked to warmer city temperatures and abundant food sources near lights. These changes demonstrate how ...

The end-of-summer transition to cooler weather in eastern Washington is often accompanied by an influx of spiders. Over the next few months, you’ll likely notice a significant increase in spider ...

Source: Nosferattus, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons. This time of year, spiders receive a lot of attention for their creepier qualities. But Ximena Nelson, a biologist at the University of Canterbury in ...