Massive Joro spiders have popped up everywhere in Georgia, but professors may have found a way to control them.

Joros don’t typically pose serious threats to humans. But their autumnal abundance does appear to be the source of ...

These giant spiders are invading Georgia and making big yellow webs. Here’s what to know about them and how to deal with them ...

Research from Georgia Gwinnett College suggests that the invasive Joro spider in Georgia may carry a bacteria that could help ...

Don't panic, but these live here now and you're going to keep seeing them every fall as long as you live in Georgia. Joro spider. Carly Mirabile, University of Georgia, Bugwood.org On top of ...

On top of everything else that’s going on, now Georgia is being invaded by giant spiders. If you live in North Georgia, there’s a good chance you’ve come face to cephalothorax with the Joro spider in ...

A research team from Emory Oxford College is studying the Joro spiders in North Georgia to understand their impact on the ...

ATLANTA — As the crisp days of fall settle in, Joro spiders are making their presence known across Georgia. These large, vibrant yellow and black arachnids have become a staple sight in many backyards ...

ATHENS, Ga. — The Joro spider, Georgia's favorite invasive arachnid, may actually have a bit more bite than once was thought. Humans need not worry, the Joro is still not considered threatening for ...

The Joro spider was first detected in Georgia 11 years ago, leading many to assume the species first entered the country here ...

The 2025 Joro Spider Spotting Contest is underway, inviting participants to report sightings and submit photos of Joro spiders until Oct. 12. Participants can win fame, glory and exclusive stickers by ...

If you have been on edge dodging spider webs around your home, you are not the only one. The Upstate is reporting increased ...