If you ask an arachnophile, "Are spiders dangerous to humans?" They will likely respond that most spiders are not harmful to ...

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 ...

The ACT Parks and Conservation Service staff member was conducting “regular land management activities” when they spotted a ...

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Apr. 1, 2025 — A group of diatom species belonging to the Nitzschia genus, gave up on photosynthesis and now get their carbon straight from their environment, thanks to a bacterial gene picked ...

Spider crab is OK – needs improvement. When choosing spider crab, pot or creel caught is a better option as it is a more selective method than tangle nets.

A gardener shared stunning pictures of pollinators in their yard, illustrating the value of biodiverse ecosystems.