Unfortunately for NC arachnophobes, one of these species may prefer hiding in folded linens, closets and shoes.

Of course, anyone who experiences severe symptoms from a spider bite ... spiders can also have red or red-and-white markings on the upper side of their bodies, including stripes or spots, and ...

From the innocent daddy longlegs to the harmful brown recluse, here are the most common house spiders, how to identify them, ...