It's not easy to look at a sea spider and see an animal so representative of its kind that it may help scientists sort out ...

A new study has looked into this size misestimation phenomenon a little further, asking participants to estimate the size of ...

Ontario’s beaches and aquatic environments can hide some pesky spiders and biting bugs — including one of Canada’s biggest ...

Brown recluses are small spiders known for venom that can cause swelling, blistering and a fever in humans. If you’re unsure ...

Some of the more common spiders in the Kamloops and Okanagan regions are the shiny black widows, the tiny jumping spiders, ...

Female wolf spiders may live for several years. It is common to find females carrying their young spiderlings on their backs during the summer months. They can be a common pest in the fall when the… ...

Black Widow Spider spinning her web – stock photo (Credit: Mark Kostich/Getty Images) Wolf spider Wolf spiders are commonly found in backyards and other types of grassy areas.

With 40,000 known species of spiders worldwide and 3,000 calling North America home, some simple knowledge of spider biology can help you determine which common house spider you have in your home.

Wolf spider What they look like: There are over 200 species of wolf spiders crawling around, Potzler explains. And, since they’re hairy they can sometimes be mistaken for tarantulas. Also worth noting ...

These spiders are common in sunny areas with plants and on building walls. While they posses venom, bites from these spiders are usually harmless to humans, according to LaJaunie's Pest Control.

You can also find wolf spiders outside in various locations: In our around debris, underneath boards, or in gaps around your home. Size: Ranges up to 1 and 1/2 inches long Color: Gray, brown, or black ...