The spider was first seen in the park on Oct. 17, and again more recently. Both sightings were reported in Cades Cove.

TOWNSEND, Tenn. – A spider known for its unique coloring and large size has been spotted twice recently in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Joro Spider, known scientifically as ...

The spider species is quite large, with adult female spiders reaching an average of 3 inches across, according to the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA). Female Joro ...

Depending on your perspective, seeing a joro spider (Trichonephila clavata) for the first time is either an enchanting ...

If you thought Australia’s spiders were scary, wait until you see the prehistoric version. Scientists have found a fossilised ...

Depending on your perspective, seeing a joro spider (Trichonephila clavata) for the first time is either an enchanting experience or an alarming emergency. These creatures are strikingly beautiful ...

Joro spider (Trichonephila clavata) Annual Progress Map Researchers are still learning about the spider species. Relatively little is known about their ecological or human-related impacts.