18 Massive Spiders From Around the World

When people talk about “the biggest spider,” they’re usually mixing two different records: the longest leg span and the ...
Staten Island Advance

Giant spiders getting closer to N.Y. What do we know about the Joro spotted in Philadelphia?

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The giant Joro spiders, known to grow as big as a human hand, haven’t yet made it to New York City, but they did get as close as nearby Philadelphia, experts have reported. On ...

These tiny spiders are creating giant decoys of themselves for their survival

Tropical orb-weaving spiders craft giant spider-like puppets in their webs. Scientists say the decoys may deter predators, ...
CBS News

Giant "flying" Joro spiders reported across Georgia — and now confirmed in Pennsylvania

Those aren't early Halloween decorations: giant Joro spiders, known for parachuting through the air, were spotted in Pennsylvania this month. Six of the spiders were reported on Sept. 5, according to ...
Yahoo

Scientists issue warning after observing alarming shift in giant spider species: 'Some … hitch a ride with human transport'

New Zealanders might want to check their luggage twice — because some eight-legged travelers may be making themselves at home. Giant Australian spiders, like huntsman spiders, are showing up in ...
DW South Africa on MSN

Spiders building fake spiders

Some tiny spiders create giant, spider-shaped decoys out of silk and debris to fool predators. A smart survival trick! The ...
Ledger-Enquirer

Giant spiders are invading GA and making big golden webs. Here’s how to deal with them

Nature-made Halloween decorations looming around your porch? Well, you’re not the only one. Joro spiders are a massive invasive species invading the South, but how? Well, they’ve been around since ...