Discover spider insights from Dr. Echeverri, a science communicator, author, wildlife photographer, and spider expert.

One scenario is that the spider stands in one place (say, on a limb) and begins releasing a strand of the web material from ...

Spring is the time when many spiders emerge from their winter hiding places and start doing what they do best: spinning webs. This is when you may spot the classic cobwebs in your yard or garden.

The tiny ray spider uses its web to grab its prey out of the air. Though common practice with comic book characters, this ability is unusual in spiders. So I'm thinking we've all seen a spider ...

Spiders aren't just spooky Halloween mascots. Their keen senses, complex behaviors, and diverse lifestyles make them ...

These giant spiders are invading Georgia and making big yellow webs. Here’s what to know about them and how to deal with them ...