North America is home to many types of arachnids. In fact, there are about 40,000 species of spiders in the world, and North America houses nearly 3,000 of them, according to Pests.org .

If you hate spiders, you're certainly not alone. This outdoor pest frequently finds its way into our homes and often give us a fright at the absolute worst times. Spiders can actually be ...

Wolf spiders are one of the most common spiders in the world. ... The Carolina wolf spider also is the largest wolf spider in North America at 3 to 4 inches with its legs extended.

Most likely accidentally introduced to both the East and West Coasts a little over a century ago, the candy-striped spider is a very common spider in North America. The spider’s striking colour ...

With so many kinds of eight-legged bugs running around (nearly 3,000 species in North America alone!), the most common house spiders are bound to pop up in your abode from time to time.

Spotting a spider in your immediate vicinity can be a little intense, especially if you have a major fear of the creepy crawlers. And, when one shows up in your home, it can be downright freaky. With ...