can cause concern when found in the UK. Although they resemble black widow spiders, they are not as harmful ... markings on their abdomens (the rear part of the spider's body). They have a narrow ...

Giant spiders are invading Britain's homes - if media reports are anything to go by. Spider identification expert Stuart Hine explains why we see more spiders in autumn, and what you should do if you ...

Around 1,500 pupils are being taught online after a school closed due to a suspected infestation of false widow spiders. The Duston School in Northampton informed parents on Tuesday night.

In the UK, the list of spiders that could potentially cause health issues include the false widow, the tube web, woodlouse spider, cardinal spider, the walnut orb-weaver Spider, wasp spider ...

The black widow spider can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Its venom is toxic and painful, leaving victims to feel the effects long after the bite. Following is a transcript of the ...

Almost 100 people went to hospital last year with spider bites, according to a report, with the number four times higher than ...