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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

There aren't many people who will view a spider as a welcome visitor in their home, but did you know you should never squash them in your quest to banish them? As our entomologists explain, not only ...

A PEST control expert has revealed the unexpected places spiders are crawling in your home. He shared three must-try tricks for preventing an infestation. Lambert said spiders often hide in similar ...

If funny internet memes are to be believed, the best way to get rid of spiders is to move immediately or else burn down the house. Thankfully, you do not have to resort to such drastic measures to nix ...

DNA found in a spider's stomach could herald a breakthrough in the fight against farm pests, which cause millions of dollars of damage to crops. DNA found in a spider's stomach could herald a ...

When purchasing houseplants, look at the foliage carefully. Avoid plants with yellow leaves, brown leaf edges or spots which indicate the plant has been poorly cared for. Look for signs of scale, ...