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, ...

Most exposures to black widow spider venom are accidental, but in a rare medical case, the exposure was intentional.

"If you are bitten by a funnel-web spider, call an ambulance and go straight to hospital," researcher Geoff Isbister said.

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.

They also, through some quirk of evolution, secrete a venom more deadly to humans than any other spider. There are dozens of funnel-web species in Australia, but the most venomous of the bunch is ...

Each year, the Australian Reptile Park collects funnel-web spiders — arachnids native to Australia that are some of the most venomous spiders on the planet — with help from the public for its ...