Six venomous spiders reside in Mississippi ... according to ORKIN. But "orb weaver spiders, funnel-web spiders, wolf spiders, jumping spiders, tarantulas, and crab spiders" can also cause painful ...

Although the orchard orb-weaver spider is not considered dangerous to people, its venom can produce moderate swelling and discomfort where it bites. They are also known to be helpful to gardens ...

While Joro spiders can bite if provoked, they are generally non-aggressive. The Georgia Department of Agriculture states that ...

The brown recluse and black widow are the most common venomous spiders in the U.S., Mississippi. What are their habitats? Know how to prevent a bite.