The bright contrast of yellow and black on a spider may make it look very scary, but most do more good than harm. Here's how to identify friends and foes.

The new species from Ecuador — with two long, pointy growths on its back — belongs to a genus, or group of species, not seen ...

The Georgia Department of Agriculture states that their venom is similar to that of other orb-weaver spiders, causing no significant harm to humans.

Fox News Digital spoke with three spider experts who said that while the invasive venomous Joro spider may seem scary, this spider is really more of a nuisance than a threat to humans or pets.

Florida is home to some of the most fascinating creatures found in North America, from manatees to roseate spoonbills. Still, some of its most incredible creatures are often the ones hidden right ...

Are orb-weaver spiders dangerous/poisonous? There is little danger of encountering a spider like the Golden Silk Orb Weaver as they are very submissive, and non-aggressive spiders, and most will ...

Orb-weaver spiders are members of the spider family Araneidae and are the most common group of builders of circular webs.

Ms. Renkl is a contributing Opinion writer who covers flora, fauna, politics and culture in the American South. August is spider season. The orb-weaver spiders in my yard spend winter tucked away ...

Earlier this year, USA Today reported that orb weaver spiders also have another interesting skill: Trapping a firefly and using its glowing bulb to attract even more insects.