Disappearing with the onset of urbanization are the horned toad, a small iguana-like lizard; the vinegarroon, a stinging scorpion; and the tarantula, a large, black, hairy spider that is scary to behold but basically harmless.
Spider mites can quickly turn lush indoor plants into stressed, damaged greenery, but early detection and consistent, gentle treatment can save them. Experts recommend identifying mites by their ...
Despite their intimidating appearance, tarantulas are surprisingly fragile. In this YouTube video, a veterinarian cares for a tarantula that has become constipated (impacted) and is unable to excrete ...
Los Angeles Times: It’s tarantula mating season. Where you can spot the spider and how to avoid getting bit
If you suffer from arachnophobia, this is the time of year when you’re most likely to run into one of your worst nightmares: a tarantula. It’s mating season for most of the 29 species of tarantulas in ...
It’s tarantula mating season. Where you can spot the spider and how to avoid getting bit
I’m stressed” is a phrase that many of us use, but now there are ways to shed light on how stressed you actually are ...
WalletHub released a report ranking the most-stressed states in the US in 2026. States were ranked across 40 metrics, including median income, mental health, and divorce rates. Louisiana was ranked ...
In this excerpt from KCUR's podcast "Seeking A Scientist," host Kate the Chemist set out to understand the science behind everyday stress and some helpful ways to cope. Are you feeling stressed? If ...