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Euronewsworld8 days ago
Two Male Chilean Recluse Spiders Found in Porto
Two male specimens of Loxosceles laeta were recorded in the Portuguese city in September 2025 and January 2026. Euronews reported the findings from researchers at the University of Porto.
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Hospital Admissions for Spider Bites Increase in England Over Past Decade
NHS figures show hospital admissions linked to spider bites in England rose from 47 in 2015 to 100 in 2025. Experts attribute the trend to the growing population of noble false widow spiders. The spiders are not aggressive and have not caused serious illness or death, though bite…
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Invasive Joro Spiders Detected in Southern California After Initial US Arrival in 2013
The invasive Joro spider, native to East Asia, has been sighted in Southern California following its first detection in Georgia in 2013. These spiders, known for their large size and distinctive coloration, spread through ballooning and shipping. They pose no threat to humans but…
Nbc Newsscience89 days ago
Pest Control Methods for Removing Spiders from Homes
Pest control experts recommend glue traps and sprays to capture or repel spiders in homes. These methods address common indoor spider encounters, which are typically isolated rather than infestations. Products include natural essential oil sprays and chemical options, with guidan…
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500-Million-Year-Old Fossil Reveals Pincers Potentially Linked to Spider Origins
A fossil from 500 million years ago contains pincers on a tiny organism, prompting scientists to reconsider the evolutionary origins of spiders. The discovery, detailed in a recent study, suggests early arthropods may have possessed chelicerae-like structures. Researchers indicat…