There are nearly 3,000 spider species in North America alone, making identifying a common house spider difficult. Is it just a harmless little guy? Or a venomous predator waiting to pounce?

Spider bites are typically red and swollen and may have blisters, pus, or discoloration. It's almost impossible to identify a spider bite based on appearance. That's because bites from all kinds ...

Keep reading to learn the symptoms and stages of a brown recluse spider bite, how to identify the spider, and when to seek help. Even though this spider’s size maxes out at about a half-inch ...

Spider venom evolves with diet. Species that eat mammals may have venom harmful to humans. Web use doesn’t affect venom ...

If you’re curious the next time a spider darts through your crawlspace or spins a gorgeous, dew-covered web, there are several easy ways to identify the species. Milne recommends the Facebook ...

In addition, the OSHA says to “elevate and immobilize the bitten extremity,” capture the spider for identification purposes if possible, and to seek medical attention.

WESTBOROUGH — Spiders give many people the willies, which is why they're often featured in Halloween décor. But experts say most spiders are not only harmless to humans and pets, but that they ...

When someone is bitten, Milne recommends capturing the spider so an expert can identify it. The DNR recommends leaving snakes alone, as they usually bite out of self-defense. These rare snake ...