Scientists discover bigger, more venomous spider species

The deadly 3.54-inch-long spider Atrax christenseni is among the most dangerously venomous spiders for humans.

• Jan 15, 2025

Gigantic spider found in Australia, dubbed "Hercules," is a record-setter

The 3.1 inch Sydney funnel-web spider is expected to be a big contributor to a reptile park's antivenom program.

• Jan 4, 2024

Species of rare giant spider spotted in Australia

A new and large species of spider has been found living in Queensland, Australia, and researchers say it's in need of protection.

• Mar 23, 2023

Ex-eBay execs get prison time for sending live spiders to reporters

In terror campaign, eBay employees stalked online newsletter publishers and sent disturbing deliveries to their home.

• Sep 29, 2022

Venomous Brown Recluse Spider Pulled From Missouri Woman's Ear

Susie Torres went to the doctor with what she thought was water sloshing around in her left ear. But water doesn't have eight legs, pincers and a venomous bite.

• Aug 23, 2019

Man Finds 'Giant Beast' Spider That Walks On Water

An Indiana boat builder found a very scary-looking guest checking out his work recently: a giant six-inch spider that can apparently walk on water.

• Jun 8, 2018

Scientists 'Miserable' After World's Oldest Spider Dies At 43

The record-breaking arachnid was 15 years older than any other spider scientists have found.

• Apr 30, 2018

Spider Webs Force Suzuki To Recall Midsize Cars

The automaker says spider webs can clog a fuel vapor vent hose in some 2010 to 2013 Kizashi cars, cutting off air flow.

• Aug 27, 2014