Can a black widow spider bite kill you? Yes. It's one of the deadliest spiders on earth. According to information from Ohio State University, the venom can be 15 times more potent than a rattlesnake's ...

Black widow spiders, scientific name Latrodectus mactans, are among the most venomous of all arachnids. They are found in North America, and their bite can be fatal in some cases. If you found a ...

HIGH POINT, North Carolina -- A North Carolina boy is recovering from a black widow spider bite. The child's mom is now urging all parents to check everything your kids play with outside because it ...

You move a few boxes in your closet, only to have a scare from one of the most feared arachnids: the black widow (Latrodectus). While your first instinct may be to scream like you're in a horror film, ...

Black widow spiders are abundant in Arizona, especially in urban areas with more water and prey. They are most active during the warm nights of spring, summer, and early fall. Black widows are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While some of nature's creatures are welcome additions to your garden, such as pollinators like ...

While both are arachnids and spine chilling to behold, there are many differences between a male vs female black widow spider. You may not know just how many differences there are between them, and ...