Mention the word spider and many people freak out. I don’t know what it is about these little creatures, but I do know that many people hate them. The majority of spiders are actually very beneficial, ...

With Halloween coming up, I thought it would be a good time for some spider talk. I have always been a spider fan and certainly tossed my fair share of helpless insects into Argiope garden spider webs ...

Studies have shown that spiders are averse to some scents—using them in your home means spiders will find a new spot to ...

Spiders are often referred to as insects, but this is incorrect. Although spiders and insects belong to the same massive group of invertebrates with jointed legs and exoskeletons (arthropods), spiders ...

Learn how certain flies, wasps, spiders, and other beneficial garden insects can keep garden pest populations in check and strengthen your backyard ecosystem. Our gardens are home to many natural ...

Spider season brings unwelcome eight-legged visitors into homes each fall, sending many people searching for effective deterrents. While chemical sprays work, growing specific plants indoors offers a ...

Worried about spiders in your home? Natural, low-impact methods offer effective solutions. From peppermint oil sprays and vinegar solutions to citrus peels and cedar wood, these techniques leverage ...

University of Guelph provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation CA. University of Guelph provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA-FR. On farms, spiders are important ...