Joro spiders, those scary-looking critters that can apparently fly through the air when their giant webs are lifted by the wind, have been making big headlines in recent weeks — mainly because of ...

The joro spider, an invasive species from Japan, has rapidly spread throughout the southeastern United States and is now advancing beyond that area. Known for their striking yellow and black ...

Some of the reports appear to stem from a New Jersey Pest Control article published earlier this year that says Joro spiders could potentially reach New Jersey in 2024. Joro spiders are not native to ...

Giant venomous flying spiders from Japan have made their way to the U.S. in recent years, and will likely infiltrate more states in 2024. Originally spotted in Georgia a decade ago, the arachnids are ...

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