If you fear black widow spiders, you're not alone. Knowing how to identify one can help you to take the right course of action in the event of a sighting.

Black widow spiders strike fear into the hearts of many people. You've probably heard that the small black spiders with the distinctive red hourglass under their midsection can kill you with one bite.

Black widow spiders are being killed off in the U.S. The culprits are actually their cousins: brown widow spiders. Though the reason behind the killings is unknown, a new study suggests. Brown widow ...

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Black widow spiders are being killed off in the U.S. The culprits are actually their cousins: brown widow spiders. Though the reason behind the killings is unknown, a new study suggests. Brown widow ...

Warm weather in California signals the return of one of the most venomous spiders in the United States. A Sacramento resident recently took to Reddit to ask if other locals have noticed an uptick in ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Hot take: I think you should let spiders live in your home. They're typically harmless, and—like bats—can ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — What are the most common spiders found in Virginia, and which ones should you be aware of potentially biting you? 8News has compiled a list of common spiders that can be found ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While some of nature's creatures are welcome additions to your garden, such as pollinators like ...