While the spiders may scare the heck out of non-insect lovers, new research suggests Joros maintain their cool despite ...

Joro spiders have been spotted across the U.S., including in California, having ventured to the country via shipping ...

Will the infamous Joro spiders pop up in the Bay State again this year? Researchers are telling local residents to ...

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 ...

New research shows tarantulas can learn, remember paths, and use senses to navigate and survive in complex environments.

When people talk about “the biggest spider,” they’re usually mixing two different records: the longest leg span and the heaviest body. A few species are genuine monsters on both counts. Others are ...

This report examines tarantulas and the real risks they present during close human encounters. While often labeled harmless, ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A horde of baseball-sized tarantulas may soon start roaming across several Southern states. These hairy spiders, known as ...

You’re walking back to the house at dusk. Thinking about dinner. Not thinking about spiders. Then you hit a web. Across the face. There’s a big shape hanging in it. If you spend a lot of time outside, ...

So, why am I talking about spiders in December? The main reason is now that it’s finally a bit chilly outside, we aren’t the only ones seeking a warm place to get out of the cold. Some of them are ...