Feb. 11, 2025 — Managed honey bees have the potential to affect native bee populations when they are introduced to a new area, but a new study suggests that, under certain conditions, the native ...

Feb. 7, 2025 — Researchers have analyzed the soft tissue from a fossilized plesiosaur for the first time. The results show that the long-necked marine reptile had both smooth and scaly skin ...

The 10 largest spiders in the world seem straight out of science fiction, with legs from 5.5 inches to over a FOOT wide. AZ Animals is a growing team of animals experts, researchers, farmers, ...

Learn all you wanted to know about animals with pictures, videos, facts, news, and more. Composite photograph by Joel Sartore, National Geographic Photo Ark Amphibians ...

The brown recluse spider, with its elusive nature and potent venom, has garnered a fearsome reputation across parts of the United States. Often hidden out of sight, this arachnid can deliver a bite ...

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

Image by wollertz via Depositphotos. Jumping spiders play an important role in controlling insect populations. By preying on pests, they help maintain the balance in ecosystems. Their presence ...

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When a spider has outstayed its welcome in your home, you might be considering snuffing it out. An estimated three to 15 percent of the US population have arachnophobia - an intense fear of spiders.