ST. LOUIS – Harry Bell is sharing his frightening ordeal after being bitten by a brown recluse spider. Bell was bitten last week on his left leg, most likely in the middle of the night.

Spider and Scorpion Awareness Be cautious around garages, woodpiles, and sheds, which can harbor black widow and brown recluse spiders. In Oklahoma, scorpion stings may cause numbness or a ...

The brown recluse spider's venom contains a protein that can break down tissues and lead to significant skin damage. While the bite is often painless at first, it can result in severe symptoms.

If you ask an arachnophile, "Are spiders dangerous to humans?" They will likely respond that most spiders are not harmful to humans and play a crucial role in controlling insect populations.

Among them are the wolf spider, the southern black widow spider, and the brown recluse spider. South America is a hotbed for wildlife of all kinds, and spiders are no exception. It is estimated that ...

Most spider bites cause local pain, redness and swelling. It's much like a bee sting reaction. A few spiders (such as the Black Widow) can cause a more severe reaction. Helpful if spider seen on the ...