Spiders are some of the most diverse creatures on Earth. While they can be frightening, most of them are harmless and ...

Australian scientists officially confirmed the existence of a new venomous funnel-web spider species, named Big Boy (Atrax christenseni), discovered near Newcastle, 170 kilometers north of Sydney. The ...

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

The new species of the most venomous spider in the world was discovered ... about named after me is just a dream come true. It's super exciting,' Mr Christensen told 9News. He said the new ...

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, ...

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 ...

The brown widow spider is considered one of the least dangerous. There are other, similar types of spiders not belonging to the same genus, such as the noble false widow and the false black widow.

Australia has a reputation for venomous wildlife, particularly spiders. A good part of that reputation comes from the deadly Sydney funnel-web spider, Atrax robustus. This particular spider has ...

Understanding their behavior patterns, preferred habitats and bite characteristics can help prevent dangerous encounters. Initial spider bite symptoms often mimic other insect stings or minor ...

Australian scientists officially confirmed the existence of a new venomous funnel-web spider species, named Big Boy (Atrax christenseni), discovered near Newcastle, 170 kilometers north of Sydney. The ...