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

Spiders are some of the most common creatures we share our homes with. While they may seem scary at first, most house spider species are harmless and even helpful, keeping pest insects under control.

One of the most common fears humans have is the fear of spiders. They can be scary, intimidating creatures but they all have ...

Scientists from Australia and Germany have classified a new, highly venomous species of spider, Atrax christenseni, known as ...

The yellow sac spider is one of the most common spiders humans encounter, as they're often wandering indoors or hanging out in gardens. Scientists also believe they account for more human insect bites ...

The number of people admitted to hospital for suspected spider bites has skyrocketed in recent years, with the main culprit ...

The species has fangs that produce a painful bite, like a wasp sting, resulting in a range of unpleasant symptoms that can ...