Invasive Joro Spiders Set to Invade NY and NJ This Summer

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Giant venomous Joro spiders with 4-inch legs, known for their ability to "fly" using a technique called ballooning, are expected to spread across the U.S. East Coast, including New York. While they pose no danger to humans, they could impact native spider populations.
- Giant venomous flying spiders with 4-inch legs heading to New York area as they spread across East Coast, experts say CBS News
- Giant, parachuting Joro spiders expected to arrive in NY and NJ this summer NBC New York
- Joro Spiders Coming To NJ As Soon As Summer 2024 Patch.com
- Invasive Joro spiders that can float in the air expected to land in NYC this summer New York Post
- Joro spiders are coming to NY and NJ as soon as this summer Gothamist
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