A professor at a Maryland university is asking for the public's help with tracking the movements of the giant Joro spider, a ...

Deep in the Congo’s forests, villagers speak of the J’ba Fofi—massive spiders so large they can take birds, reptiles, even humans. For generations, witnesses have described webs the size of tents and ...

Thanks to conservation efforts, a once-rare giant spider is making an extraordinary return across Europe, according to the Indian Defense Review. The Dolomedes plantarius, also known as the great raft ...

New Zealanders might want to check their luggage twice — because some eight-legged travelers may be making themselves at home. Giant Australian spiders, like huntsman spiders, are showing up in ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Despite a lack of evidence, the possible existence of legendary creatures such as the Loch Ness Monster and Bigfoot has piqued human curiosity for centuries. But there’s another ancient, lesser-known ...

Excited for the joro spider invasion?! Well if you’re an arachnophobe, this probably isn’t for you. But if you’re interested in wildlife and nature, you may have a chance to watch the large black and ...

The 2025 Joro Spider Spotting Contest is underway, inviting participants to report sightings and submit photos of Joro spiders until Oct. 12. Participants can win fame, glory and exclusive stickers by ...