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Joro spiders, an invasive species from East Asia, are spreading across the U.S. East Coast and may eventually cover much of the country. Despite their alarming appearance and ability to "fly" using a technique called ballooning, they pose minimal threat to humans, causing only mild itching from their bites. The spread of invasive species like the Joro spider is exacerbated by global travel, shipping, and climate change.
Concerns are rising over the invasion of the venomous Joro spider in the United States, with populations growing in the South and East Coast. While officials state the spiders are not harmful to people or animals and do not seek to enter homes, they may still pose a risk. URI professor Laura Meyerson advises removing their webs and relocating the spiders if found. The species is expected to reach New York and New Jersey this summer.
Giant venomous Joro spiders from Southeast Asia are spreading across the U.S. East Coast, expected to reach New York and New Jersey this summer. Despite their alarming appearance and ability to "fly" using a technique called ballooning, experts say they pose no major threat to humans. However, their impact on native species and the environment remains uncertain, with some researchers noting they displace native spiders and could have negative ecological effects.
A 47-year-old Australian man, Jerromy Brookes, died after being bitten by a highly venomous brown snake while attempting to remove it from a childcare center where his wife and daughters worked. Despite being transported to the hospital, he succumbed to the snake bite. Brown snakes are among the most lethal species in the world and are known for their aggressive nature. Deaths from snake bites are rare in Australia, but about 200 people are hospitalized each year due to contact with brown snakes.
A man in Australia died after being bitten multiple times by an eastern brown snake while trying to remove it from a preschool. Despite his wife's attempts at CPR and first aid, he went into cardiac arrest and later succumbed to the snake's bites. Eastern brown snakes are one of the deadliest in Australia, possessing highly toxic venom that can quickly shut down vital organs. It's advised to leave venomous snakes alone and call professional snake catchers for removal.
A 34-year-old man in Lakewood died after being bitten by his pet Gila monster, a venomous lizard. Despite the rarity of Gila monster bites causing death in humans, the man did not survive his injuries. Authorities removed the two Gila monsters from the man's home, as it is illegal to own them in Lakewood, and they have been taken to a wildlife rehabilitation facility.
A highly venomous eastern brown snake was discovered in the underwear drawer of a 3-year-old boy in Australia. The snake, known for its aggressive nature and potent venom, was found by a pest control specialist called "The Snake Hunter." It is believed that the snake entered the home when the boy's mother brought in laundry from outside, and then hid among the clothes as they were put away. This incident is not the first time such a snake has been found inside furniture in Australia.
An "extremely venomous" green mamba snake measuring two meters in length has escaped from its owner in Tilburg, Netherlands. Residents have been warned to stay indoors and not attempt to capture the snake. Local officials have sought the help of experts and a sniffer dog to locate and capture the snake, which is believed to be hiding in its owner's home. Green mambas are native to southern East Africa and are considered highly dangerous due to their carnivorous nature and extremely venomous bite.
A Cincinnati Zoo employee in the reptile department was hospitalized after being bitten by a highly venomous eastern diamondback rattlesnake. The employee's prognosis is good, and no visitors were at risk. Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes have a venomous bite that can be fatal to humans, but deaths are rare due to the availability of antivenom. Last month, an Amazon delivery driver was also hospitalized after being bitten by the same type of snake in Florida.
A 21-year-old Amazon delivery driver in Florida is in serious condition after being bitten by a highly venomous Eastern diamondback rattlesnake while delivering a package. The driver immediately became ill and called 911, and first responders were able to locate her through GPS coordinates. The snake was caught and the driver is now hospitalized in critical but stable condition. Rattlesnakes are common in South Florida, but bites are rare. Experts advise remaining calm to slow the venom's spread and caution against approaching or disturbing snakes.
Unusually high temperatures in Australia have caused snake season to start early, with the Australian Reptile Park issuing an "urgent warning" for people to be on the lookout for venomous snakes. The rise in temperatures and winter rainfall has created the perfect environment for snakes to become more active. Snake catchers have reported a significant increase in callouts, a phenomenon rarely seen at this time of year. As global temperatures continue to rise, Australia's winters have been steadily warming. In the UK, rising temperatures are also affecting the snake population, with more pet snakes breaking free from their enclosures due to the warming climate.
A Brazilian wandering spider, known for its highly venomous bite that can cause painful erections lasting up to four hours, was discovered in an Austrian supermarket, leading to widespread panic and temporary closure of the establishment. Rescuers initially mistook it for a banana spider but later identified it correctly. The fire department sealed and collected all the banana boxes and implemented cleaning and disinfection measures. The spider's bite can also cause convulsions, hypothermia, and blurred vision, and studies are being conducted on its venom for potential erectile dysfunction treatments.
Two giant black mambas, highly venomous snakes over 8 feet long, were filmed engaging in a fierce wrestling match in a backyard in South Africa. The larger snake attempted to pin down the smaller one, which eventually surrendered and moved away. The snakes were likely fighting over a female during mating season. Black mambas are known for their venomous bites, but they do not bite each other during fights. Instead, they engage in wrestling matches to demonstrate strength and stamina. Snakes possess immunity to their own species' venom, which helps protect them during combat rituals.
A man and his dog had a close encounter with a blue-ringed octopus while walking along Blackwattle Bay in Sydney. The man initially thought he had found a free toy for his dog, but upon picking it up, he discovered the deadly creature inside. The dog began chasing the ball, but luckily, neither the man nor his dog were bitten. Blue-ringed octopi are among the world's most venomous marine animals, carrying enough venom to kill 26 adult humans within minutes.
A man and his dog had a close encounter with a blue-ringed octopus, one of the world's most venomous marine animals, while walking along Blackwattle Bay in Glebe, Sydney. The man spotted an expensive dog toy floating in the water and picked it up, only to find a tentacle pop out. Blue-ringed octopuses carry enough venom to kill 26 adult humans within minutes. The man dropped the ball, and his dog chased after it, but luckily, he managed to keep his dog away from the creature.