Unfortunately for NC arachnophobes, one of these species may prefer hiding in folded linens, closets and shoes.

Residents are likely enjoying the rainfall in the area as its providing relief to an unbearable drought, but it comes with a cost, according to North Carolina ... spider: the recluse and the widow ...

The brown widow spider (Latrodectus geometricus) is a lesser-known relative of the infamous black widow. The first brown widow spider was discovered in Los Angeles in early 2000.