The brown recluse and black widow are the most common venomous spiders in the U.S. and Alabama. What are their habitats and ...

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

Georgia is home to several spider species, and some are venomous. What do they look like? How dangerous are they? What to do ...

The venom of brown recluse spiders is both cytotoxic and hemolytic. This means it can cause significant damage to tissues, such as the skin at the bite site, and, in severe cases, lead to kidney ...

Here's a look at five common ones according to First Response Safety Training, what to look for, and how serious their bites may be. The brown recluse spider, also known as “the violin spider ...

Here's a look at five common ones according to First Response Safety Training, what to look for, and how serious their bites may be. Brown Recluse spider photographed by Kevin Wiener. The brown ...

Bite symptoms: Brown recluse bites are generally painless and won't be noticed instantly. However, as the venom spreads, bites can cause redness, itchiness, pain, and a noticeable wound.

Despite this, death from brown recluse bites is rare. Brown recluses will only bite when provoked, and since their fangs are small, the initial bite is not usually painful. However, bites can still ...