The peacock jumping spider, also known as Maratus volans, has earned a reputation as the world’s cutest spider. This furry arachnid is a friend to all, and it has the dance moves to prove it. While ...

(via Deep Look) In order to mate, a male long-jawed orb weaver spider has to hook his huge jaws into those of a larger female. If he doesn’t get it right, he could become her next meal. Related Topics ...

As autumn arrives and temperatures drop, many homeowners notice an uptick in spider sightings. Rather than signalling an invasion, this seasonal surge is largely due to spider mating behaviour. Male ...