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

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The vast expanse of the Nullarbor Plain, on traditional Mirning land, is an enigmatic and captivating landscape.

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Did you know North Carolina is home to two of the most venomous spiders in the U.S.? Many NC residents are well aware of these two fearsome species, but the effects of their bites might surprise you.