Insect bites identification

It can be tough to figure out what kind of critter bit you, but pictures help.

There are thousands of spider species in the U.S., but the vast majority of them have fangs that are either too short or too fragile to penetrate human skin. Even if you do get a spider bite, the chances of a fatal reaction are slim: only...

These spider bite pictures show some of the lesions often blamed on spider bites. They depict how brown recluse, black widow, and wolf spider bites might look.

How can you tell the difference between a mosquito bite and a spider bite? Images of the most common types of bug bites, and how to treat them.

When you’re dealing with a bug bite, it’s important to know what pest bit you. We’ve compiled a list of common bugs known for their bite.

Identifying the type of bite you have is crucial to treat it correctly. Here is what to look out for with 13 common bug bites.

Insect bites

something every parent should know.

Learn to identify ticks, poisonous spiders, fleas, chiggers, and other bugs. See what their bites and stings look like -- and how to find relief.