While some tarantula species will tolerate being handled, it’s really important to understand their behavior, anatomy, and needs before attempting to interact with them directly. Remember, improper ...

“Tarantulas are long-lived, beautiful, harmless animals. They are an ancient type of spider that has been around for millions ...

The team, peering into mountainside crevices, deep burrows and under leaf litter, was searching for tarantulas. They collected numerous specimens, including what turned out to be a new species ...

Experts say Kansans don't need to be worried about the healthy population of tarantulas found in parts of the state, particularly in the southern tier of counties. The large, hairy spiders are ...