For more than a century, paleontologists have been piecing together how the mysterious predator Andrewsarchus is related to ...

Most people who spot a black widow in the garage or a brown recluse behind the water heater reach for the nearest shoe. That instinct, while understandable, may be exactly the wrong move. The venom ...

Tapeworm infestations are not uncommon in brown bears. However, it can be unsettling to see one protruding from a bear's rearend.

Among the most venomous animals in the world, it is not surprising that snakes snatch the top spots. Depending on the species, snakes can be docile constrictors to deadly fanged creatures that can ...

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A brown recluse is seen in this file photo. It is one of several species of spider you may spot inside your Kentucky home this fall. stphillips Getty Images Most spiders mature in late summer or fall ...

Brown recluse spiders are present in Louisiana, and these spiders have necrotic venom and bites sometimes require medical attention. Brown recluses can be characterized by a distinct dark brown, ...

Mississippi is home to over 30 types of spiders, including six venomous species. Brown recluses are often found indoors in undisturbed areas like closets, boxes, and shoes. Preventing infestations ...

You reach into a pair of boots you haven't worn since last winter, and out scurries a small, brown spider. Was that just a harmless house spider or something more dangerous? While most spiders you'll ...