Spider Bites

Everyone has seen the graphic pictures of spider bites that have caused horrific rotting wounds that take months to heal. Mention the Brown Recluse in a large group, and I'll bet you that someone...

Black house spiders most commonly live in southern and eastern Australia, though they have been found in the United States as well. These spiders make funnel-like webs that sometimes are mistaken...

In this article, I will help you in the control of brown recluse spiders. It can take months and even years sometimes to control a spider population.

The brown recluse spider also goes by the name of the fiddleback spider due to the violin-shaped marking that exists on its head and back. These spiders, which are venomous, occur in certain...

The bite of the hobo spider can cause serious tissue damage, and those living in the Northwestern U.S. and Europe should be aware of the stages and symptoms of this spider bite. The bite is...

If you suffered from arachnophobia before you knew the meaning of the word, take heart. You are not alone. Although spiders are a necessary part of the ecosystem and for the most part harmless,...

It is very important to be able to identify different kinds of spiders because some spiders are venomous but not poisonous and others are both. The Brown Recluse spider is very important to be...

Using pictures alone, it can be difficult to differentiate a spider bite from other insects or things that might have bitten you. To receive the proper care, it’s important to be able to...

Brown Recluses bite humans as a defense mechanism, usually when a foot, hand or arm accidentally gets too close. Despite the powerful cytotoxins and hemolytic (i.e., red-blood-cell-destroying)...

According to the Washington State University Extension, the only venomous spider in Washington that is dangerous to humans is the western black widow (Latrodectus hesperus). Mostly, these spiders...

A brown recluse spider bite can further damage the health of your pet if unattended. If you suspect your pet has been bitten, it’s important to treat a brown recluse spider bite properly.

Not all brown recluse spider bites become infected. Bite reactions are dependent upon individual sensitivity and amount of venom injected and are more severe for young children. Bite reactions...

Spider bites of any kind should be taken seriously. The wolf spider is a member of a very large species; there are approximately 50,000 spider types in the arachnid family. Spiders play an...

Symptoms of a wolf spider bite are typically fairly mild. They are native to Australia, but can be found across the globe. Typically they are a muted gray or brown. Chances are, you've seen one of...

Recluse, violin, and fiddleback spiders belong to the Loxoscelidae family. They hide during the day in secluded places, such as the folds of clothing and linens, and are likely to bite when...

The red back spider is related to the black widow spider and is similar in both appearance and potential for danger. It is the most common cause of serious spider bites in Australia. The venom is...

Vinegaroons, aka Whip Scorpions, are commonly confused with scorpions, however, in reality they are considered a spider, not a scorpion. This article will help you identify Viegaroons based on...

Native to the United States and most common from the Midwest to the Gulf of Mexico, the brown recluse is a shy, small brown or yellow-brown spider with a violin-shaped marking on the head and...

The brown recluse is a small spider that can produce a venomous bite. Children will develop noticeable symptoms of a brown recluse bite within several hours of contact. Although there is no...

Most spiders are harmless to humans and, in fact, are helpful to us by keeping insect populations in check. When it comes to joint pain, the only spiders you need to worry about are brown recluse...

The brown recluse spider bite is only one of four types of spider bites that are considered dangerous to humans. Brown recluse spiders are normally found in the Midwestern and Southeastern United...

The brown recluse spider may be one of the more feared, yet least recognizable spiders in the world. Brown recluse spiders choose a solitary lifestyle, preferring a quiet life away from man. The...

Hobo spiders belong to a class of spiders known as Agelenidae and are members of the funnel web spider family. Hobo spiders live in areas of the Pacific Northwest, commonly inhabiting Utah,...

Serious spider bites are a rare occurrence in the United States. Still, being able to recognize the two dangerous species as well as the symptoms of their bites is important. Spider bites can lead...

The wolf spider is a regular visitor in many homes across America every single winter as they attempt to escape the cold weather. Because the wolf spider spends such a large amount of time near...

The black widow is a spider that virtually everyone knows about. Little do people know that the brown widow spider is out there as well. Its bite is also rather significant. The symptoms of...

Spider bites can be painful and irritating and in a small amount of cases, even dangerous. Identifying what has bitten you can be important so you know how to properly treat the wound and whether...

A brown recluse spider's bite can be serious. The venom contains a protein-eating enzyme that destroys skin tissue. In rare cases, a bite can be fatal. The severity of the symptoms depends on how...

Brown Recluse bites are somewhat rare as these spiders are non-aggressive unless sensing a threat. You may suffer a bite if the spider becomes entangled in clothing or you place a bare hand or...

Treating spider bites is something that most of us will never have to worry with. Serious spider bites are rare in most areas of the world. Still, spider bite treatment is an important thing to...

Some spiders have poisonous bites, but most do not. According to Animal Corner, up to 99% of spiders are not harmful to humans. It is not the bite that is of greatest concern but the spider's...

Common sense tells you that you can simply smash a spider, but here are some ways to make the unpleasant experience a little more enjoyable.

There are two spider species in the United States considered poisonous: the brown recluse and the black widow. Bite symptoms from these spider vary from person to person, but while any such bite...

Brown recluse spiders, or Loxosceles reclusa, are venomous spiders located in the southern and central-southern United States. Brown recluse bites are potentially fatal, although most cause only...

Most black widow spiders live in the western and southern United States. When the female black widow spider bites, she emits a potent venom, which, for most people, causes severe symptoms. You...

Signs and symptoms of a brown recluse or "fiddle back" spider bite may vary from mild to severe as the venom moves throughout the victim's body.

Although most spiders pose little or no threat to humans or pets, a few dangerous ones sometimes make their way into homes. They seek refuge in dark corners, inside clothing, or behind curtains or...

It is very urgent to respond to a black widow spider bite immediately. Proper action can be the different between recovering or dying. Yes, people and pets actually die from this extremely...

Most American spiders are harmless, their bite may leave a small red welt but can not do you any harm. Found throughout the 48 continuous states, the exceptions are the Black Widow Spider and the...

I'm writing this article as I sit with my foot elevated and ice on my ankle. I got bit by some type of spider and didn't even feel it or know it! Don't panic. Here's what to do.

There are several different kinds of insects that we know are poisonous but we don’t know them all. Their sting puts out venom that could be fatal. It’s important to know the signs if you have...

The Black Widow Spider gets its name because one it’s black and shiny and two because after mating the female will most commonly eat their male companion like do most female spiders. Black Widow...

Very few people welcome spiders into their homes. However, most spiders are not dangerous or venomous to humans. Of the 3,400 spider species found in North America, only two species pose any...

How to Do First Aid For a Spider Bite. Any person who spends a large amount of time outdoors can tell you its best to be prepared, heres another lesson.

The venom of a black widow spider (female) is a potent toxin to the nervous system, but you receive only a small amount of toxin with a spider bite, so you are rarely in danger of dying. However,...

Spring, summer and warm weather bring spiders out and about. If a spider tries to make a snack of you, you are likely to have some form of allergic reaction. But if the spider happens to be a...

Two different spiders have earned the nickname "Banana Spider." One is very aggressive and has a solid reputation for delivering a terribly painful and venomous bite, and the other is...

The idea of being bitten by a brown recluse spider frightens many people. The small spider, located mainly in the southern Midwest and in the South, has a bite that is venomous and capable of...

You notice a spot on your arm is swollen and reddish after you have gone outside. Could it possibly be a Spider bite? You experience a wide array of symptoms including slight vision loss and...

When someone mentions the word spider we all just shiver or start itching. We have been warned about the Black Widow Spider and how powerful its bite is. We haven't been warned about the powerful...