They're massive, invasive and they can (sort of) fly. Joro spiders, palm-sized orb weavers native to Asia, are invading the United States and spreading like wildfire. The spider reportedly arrived in ...

As Halloween arrives, it’s the perfect time to spotlight some of Florida’s coolest and spookiest spiders —that aren’t so scary after all. Spiders are often misunderstood, but many are shy, harmless ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida is home to a number of colorful, sometimes invasive species of wildlife. From alligators to iguanas that turn orange when it’s time to mate, the state has a diverse set of ...

Spooky s eason is bringing along with it perhaps the spookiest things of all; spiders. "As we transition into fall, parents and caregivers need to be aware of the increased likelihood of spiders in ...

You probably already know Florida’s climate allows all kinds of nasty creatures to survive here. Snakes. Spiders. Politicians. This place is so unique that the Everglades is the only ecosystem on ...

Read full article: Before a storm: Here’s what to know about flood insurance, flooding From August into September, many homeowners begin to notice an uptick in spiders. There’s a reason. Whether you ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida is now in the midst of its creepiest time of year: “Spider Season.” That’s according to Dr. Lisa Taylor, an assistant research scientist for the University of Florida’s ...

Joro spiders are palm-sized orb weavers native to Asia. They reportedly arrived in the U.S. around 2013 and were first spotted in Georgia in 2021. There have been no confirmed Joro spider sightings in ...