WVLT sat down with a keeper at the zoo to learn just how these creepy crawlies play a key role in the ecosystem.

To treat a spider bite, you'll usually be able to treat it like any other bug bite. Most spider bites do not require medical ...

It's safe to say spiders are scary, and the brown recluse spider is no exception. In fact, it's not only dangerous, but ...

Black widows, infamous for their shiny black bodies and the red hourglass pattern seen on adult females, deliver a painful bite along with a nerve toxin. Their bites can bring localized swelling, ...

The brown recluse typically lives up to its name: The spider is quiet, shy, and really just wants to be left alone. Nonetheless, it gets blamed for thousands of gruesome bites each year. That’s unfair ...

Of the over 46,000 known spider species, only about 200 have venom potent enough to be of medical concern. This is assuming, of course, that an individual isn’t allergic to specific components of ...

Spiders can be an unpleasant sight, but these two potentially dangerous species can really cause problems if they're in ...

Spotting a spider in your immediate vicinity can be a little intense, especially if you have a major fear of the creepy crawlers. And, when one shows up in your home, it can be downright freaky. With ...

Black widow spiders live in cool, dark places. Know how to spot brown widows. Keep them away from your home, avoid a bite.

Spiders can elicit fearful reactions in some people, but the majority of species cause no harm to humans and may provide benefits. That said, there are a couple of venomous spider species in the metro ...