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.

Smaller animals, on the other hand, may experience more severe adverse reactions. Moreover, wolf spider bites can lead to bacterial infections if the bite is not disinfected. Since insect and arachnid ...

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 ...

There are several spider species that call Georgia home, and some of them are venomous. Here's a look at five common ones according to First Response Safety Training, what to look for, and how serious ...