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Incredible Macro Photos of Singapore’s Mirror Spider

The macro images of mirror spiders shot by a photographer named Nicky Bay have received rave reviews online. For a majority of people, the mention of spiders conjures up visuals of a fearsome and ugly-looking insect, known for making webs. It is true that some spiders are not visually appealing and in fact, look deadly. ...

Max Lu

A mirror spider sitting on a leaf.

Repairing Hearts With Deadly Spider Venom

A potential life-saving treatment for heart attack victims has been discovered from a very unlikely source — the venom of one of the world’s deadliest spiders. A drug candidate developed from a molecule found in the deadly spider venom of the Fraser Island (K’gari) funnel-web spider can prevent damage caused by a heart attack and ...

Troy Oakes

A Fraser Island funnel-web spider.

5 Surprising Auspicious Chinese Symbols: Bats, Cats, and Spiders Are Good Luck

There are countless legends and stories about good omens and auspicious Chinese symbols. Some are lovely, and some seem rather odd. Before the 1970s and 1980s, when people in the countryside held weddings, they would place patterns of beautiful flowers and birds that were believed to be auspicious on various items, like quilts, dresses, and ...

Emma Lu

Cats, bats, and spiders are regarded as auspicious Chinese symbols.

Wasps, Chiggers, and Other Summer Insects to Watch Out for

In summer, dealing with the insects buzzing around living spaces and biting you every now and then can get irritating. While some insect bites can be painful, other summer insects can cause health issues. Watch out for these summer insects Wasps and bees These insects are usually drawn in by sweet foods and bright clothing. ...

Raven Montmorency

A summer landscape.