The sparklemuffin peacock spider (Maratus jactatus) is a tiny spider that lives up to its vivacious name. This dazzling arachnid was given its moniker in 2015 by UC Berkeley PhD student Maddie Girard ...

Spiders are some of the most common creatures we share our homes with. While they may seem scary at first, most house spider species are harmless and even helpful, keeping pest insects under control.

Bagheera kiplingi, a jumping spider from Central America, is unique for its largely herbivorous diet, primarily feeding on acacia Beltian bodies. Unli ...

SPIDERS have always lived alongside humans, so it’s surprising how much we still don’t know about them. One long-standing ...

A new study has finally revealed this secret. It turned out that male spiders use olfactory hairs called pore wall sensillae ...

In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, we demonstrated that male spiders use olfactory ...

In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, we demonstrated that male spiders use olfactory ...

Learn about common pests that can affect ZZ plants before diving into the latest plant trend. Discover pest management tips ...

Do you know which precious species China has? From giant pandas and golden snub-nosed monkeys to ginkgo trees and Chinese white dolphins. China is one of the most biologically diverse countries in ...

The 73rd Four Hills Tournament (28 December 2024 - 6 January 2025) in Germany and Austria is almost upon us. The annual ski jumping event will take place on the German hills of Oberstdorf and Garmisch ...

A bug bite that looks like a bruise can come from spiders, hornets, wasps, mosquitos, and ticks. While red marks, welts, and itching are the most common symptoms of insect bites, bruising can also ...

Miller, whose jumpsuit sported badges earned for night jumping and a world record group formation. “It’s the most freeing thing you’ll ever do.” Age brings new dangers, too. Dr.