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

These massive spiders have been making headlines over the past months as they expand their presence in the United States. Now ...

Joro spiders have reportedly found their way into the Great Smoky Mountains. Here's what to know about the species if you ...

Joro spiders have moved into Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and they could be spreading further north.

Native to Asia, joro spiders have been living in the United States since at least 2013, when they were spotted in Georgia ...

Native to Asia, joro spiders have been living in the United States since at least 2013, when they were spotted in Georgia between Athens and Atlanta. They’ve been spreading ever since ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — At least two invasive Joro spiders have been spotted in Cades Cove, a Great Smoky Mountains National Park spokesperson confirmed to 6 News. On Wednesday, the park ...

In a Facebook post, the Chester Zoo marked the release of thousands of giant fen raft spiders, which were bred at the zoo. The spiders are also known as great raft spiders. They are not harmful to ...