They name two kinds of spider: a black widow and a brown recluse ... rarely have serious complications. Kids and people older than 60 are most at risk of a life-threatening response to venom.

Six venomous spiders reside in Mississippi, including three variations of the widow spider. The most medically significant spider bites come from black widows ... complications. Kids and people older ...

“Like the black widow spider, she basically kills her mates ... restoring opportunity for Americans to participate in daily life and contribute to their communities.

Black widow spiders, or Latrodectus mactans, are a type of venomous spider species known for their shiny black torsos and the red hourglass-shaped marks on their abdomens. Each year, more than ...

For the first time in about a decade, Kansas State University entomologist Jeff Whitworth is answering calls about the black widow spider. “Right now, the black widow can be found around out ...

The creepy-crawly creatures measure approximately 1.5 inches long, and have a life span of one to three years. “The (black widow) spider is one of the largest arachnids found in Sacramento ...

which Jack described at one point as being 'the most painful it's been in my entire life'. While Jack had a pretty bad time with the aftermath of the bite, he still wanted to raise awareness about ...

The western black widow, the only widow species native to Colorado and the only spider species that can harm a person with its venom, is entering the reproductive phase of its life cycle ...

A Colorado grandfather is fighting for his life after a black widow spider bite caused him to suffer two strokes and left him on a ventilator in intensive care, his family says. Ronnie Thomas was ...

That includes the notorious black widow spider. “Black widows have always had a bad reputation because they are quite venomous, which is unfortunate,” said Francisco Garcia, entomology manager ...