(NEXSTAR) — As the onset of summer nears, so too do warmer temperatures and mating season for many of the nearly 900 spider species in Texas. Even though you’re unlikely to cross paths with many of ...

What is it about Jumping spiders that have people intrigued? Is it their big beguiling eyes that look back at you, or their furry bodies? The entertaining way they stand ...

Whether it’s a sudden dash across the garage or a silhouette in a backyard web, spiders evoke fear in many people — and University of Nebraska–Lincoln researche ...

Texas is home to some of the creepiest, crawliest, and otherwise oddest animals on the planet. We introduce you to them in What in Tarnation?!, an occasional series. I have a confession to make. From ...

HERPS Exotic Reptile and Pet Expo lived up to its name in Abilene. Amid snakes and hedgehogs to bring home as pets, add jumping spiders to your list. Ronald W. Erdrich Watch Next Quail on the trail ...