As summer starts its wind-down, a dramatic annual phenomenon is about to unfold: tarantula mating season. These large, hairy spiders, known for their imposing appearance and nocturnal habits, become ...

A wave of tarantula sightings might occur in the next few months across portions of the U.S. as mating season begins. The secretive spiders are rarely seen – except during mating season. The hairy ...

Tarantula mating season occurs in the fall, primarily in southwestern states. Male tarantulas wander in search of females, while females remain near their burrows. Tarantulas are generally docile but ...

Texas is home to 14 different species of tarantula. One of the most common tarantulas you’re likely to spot in the state is the Texas brown. This large spider can have a legspan of up to six inches.

Tarantulas are one of Arizona’s most misunderstood desert dwellers, but they’re helpful neighbors. These fuzzy, eight-legged hunters may look intimidating but they’re pest control pros, snacking on ...

If you’re hiking or camping in California or other Southwestern states over the next few months, get ready for what could be the experience — or fright — of a lifetime. Across the United States, in ...