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Jumping spiders, the flamboyant dandies of the eight-legged set, have names inspired by peacocks, cardinals and other colorful icons. But University of Cincinnati associate professor Nathan Morehouse ...

ITHACA, N.Y. -- Like the glitter and glare of Las Vegas beckoning tourists to the gambling tables, the orb-weaving spiny spider flashes its colorful back to lure unsuspecting quarry into its web. The ...

Tarantulas are one of the most well-known types of spiders. There's a reason fake tarantulas are sold at Halloween — some people think they're creepy. But others like them and keep them as pets. No ...