The name “brown recluse” conjures up nightmarish visuals for a majority of the population, and not only for those who have arachnophobia. This unique spider is found in 16 states, most of which are in ...

Brown recluse spiders are present in Louisiana, and these spiders have necrotic venom and bites sometimes require medical attention. Brown recluses can be characterized by a distinct dark brown, ...

As Kansans, we like to feel that we’re relatively safe in our own homes. In general, we know how to protect ourselves and our families, but what if that intruder was smaller than a quarter? The brown ...

The last thing anyone wants to hear is the word “brown recluse infestation.” And while the brown recluse does not occupy much of the U.S., they are quite widespread in the lower half of the country, ...

A black widow spins a web in an oak tree in this file photo. The spider is one of three species found in Kansas that can pose a risk to humans. JasonOndreicka Getty Images/iStockphoto Even if you ...