Spiders and cats might not seem to have much in common at first glance. But spend enough time watching a regal jumping spider, and the comparison starts to make a surprising amount of sense. These ...

Alexis got this tiny jumping spider from a breeder. Her name is Mavis, and she's apparently a Cloud Jumper: they're known for their highly white "cloudy" coats. She's an adult already, and according ...

Many lovers of spiders profess a lifelong fascination with all things creepy crawly. Heather Bruen's affinity for spiders was borne out of necessity. Tolerance turned to acceptance, and "accidentally ...

Many lovers of spiders profess a lifelong fascination with all things creepy crawly. Heather Bruen’s affinity for spiders was borne out of necessity. Tolerance turned to acceptance, and “accidentally ...

Researchers have described three new species of jumping spiders from Indonesia's Batanta and surrounding islands, using both ...

Jumping spiders (Salticidae) are a recently evolved family of spiders. They are known for their distinctive large eyes and ability to jump long distances relative to their small size. Australia has ...

This study has everything: jumping spiders; insects donning striped and solid patterns; and evolutionary lessons about predators and prey. By Jack Tamisiea The researchers started by collecting ...

Of course, spiders are not perfect garden citizens. They are indiscriminate predators and occasionally capture beneficial ...