The 43-year-old's hand, arm, leg and even foot ballooned as the venom took hold and he was rushed to hospital.

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

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

If it bites you and you die, it's venomous. If you bite it and you die, it's poisonous. There are 6 dangerous snakes in ...

Male spiders can also have red or red-and-white markings on the upper side of their bodies, including stripes or spots, and juvenile patterns may appear similar to male patterns. Bite symptoms ...