With Halloween coming up, I thought it would be a good time for some spider talk. I have always been a spider fan and certainly tossed my fair share of helpless insects into Argiope garden spider webs ...

Spiders are often referred to as insects, but this is incorrect. Although spiders and insects belong to the same massive group of invertebrates with jointed legs and exoskeletons (arthropods), spiders ...

Spiders are a scary-looking bunch. They have their eight legs, beady little eyes, some fur (that is often microscopic), and ...

Groups of spiders could be used as an environmentally-friendly way to protect crops against agricultural pests. That's according to new research, led by the University of Portsmouth, which suggests ...

Tropical tent web spiders may sound scary, but they’re really not, unless you’re a tomato leafminer moth (or maybe another flying insect). The moths have developed resistance to chemical insecticides ...

If you have a spider infestation at home, don't rush to get the WD-40 can. There are smarter, more effective ways to keep ...

As temperatures rise across the UK, creatures of every description are emerging from their cosy, low-activity hibernation periods. Spiders are amongst the animals preparing for heightened activity in ...

On farms, spiders are important predators who control insect populations, including pests that can damage crops. Understanding their role in agricultural ecosystems reveals how they could be used as a ...

Countless people look forward to summer each year, hoping to enjoy their garden and spend time outside. However, it's also a ...

As temperatures drop in winter, numerous pests seek refuge indoors to escape the cold. Animals have a natural drive for warmth, and the readily available food sources in human homes make this a common ...