An expedition to Angola's remote Lisima plateau has unveiled a treasure trove of new species, including glowing spiders, ...

The happy-face spider was thought to be unique to Hawaii – until now.

Eight new species of dragonfly, three unknown grasshoppers and some 60 new butterflies and moths in vivid hues have been discovered by scientists.

A February 2026 biodiversity survey in Angola's remote Lisima plateau led to the exciting new discoveries ...

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Vibrant, tiny, and sporting a bright red grin on its back, the Happy-Face spider is one of the most famous and recognizable arachnids in the world. For over a century, this cheerful-looking creature ...

A happy-face spider, Theridion himalayana, is found in the Himalayas, challenging the belief that the species existed only in ...

Caves have long been a refuge. But climate change could pose an existential threat to cave crickets and other cave dwellers.

During a trip to Angola's Lisima plateau, wildlife experts found eight new dragonfly species, unknown grasshoppers, and 60 ...

Vibrant, tiny, and sporting a bright red grin on its back, the Happy-Face spider is one of the most famous and recognisable arachnids in the world. For over a century, this cheerful-looking creature ...