The regal jumping spider (Phidippus regius) is a fuzzy spider that's named for its incredible jumping ability and vivid colors. They have four forward-facing eyes, giving them better vision than other ...

Though most RVers and other nomads opt for pets like dogs who can go hiking with them or protect them on the road, many have ...

Many people are afraid of spiders, particularly large spiders. Or worse — spiders that can jump. However, jumping spiders are amazing arachnids. They’re smart, agile, and some are even considered cute ...

They’re venomous cannibals, hiding in our homes. With something like fifteen quadrillion spiders around, we can’t escape them ...

Australian scientists have discovered a new species of the deadly funnel-web spider that is bigger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it "Big Boy." In research released Monday ...

The Sydney funnel-web spider has extremely dangerous venom, but according to a new study this spider is actually three different species — one of which, the "Newcastle big boy," is much larger.

A fungus named in honor of Sir David Attenborough is warping the bodies and even minds of spiders in Ireland. Researchers found that many Metellina merianae spiders across Ireland have become ...

You can get in touch with Jess by emailing j.thomson@newsweek.com. Scientists have just discovered a brand new species of spider—and it instantly became the most venomous story in the world.

The first of three competitions comprising the 2025 FEI World Jumping Challenge was held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday [Feb 1]. A spokesperson said, “The Challenge provides local ...

The Goliath birdeater spider, native to South America's rainforests, is the biggest spider in the world, with a leg span reaching up to 12 inches (31 cm). The giant huntsman spider, found in Laos, ...

SYDNEY — Australian scientists have discovered a bigger, more venomous species of the Sydney funnel-web spider, one of the world's deadliest. The new funnel-web species has earned the nickname ...

Spiders can reach their top running speeds again soon after self-amputating a limb – a trick that could inspire robots that can move more effectively when they are damaged. When threatened by a ...