The most poisonous spider in the world: 9 dangerous representatives
There are over 40000 varieties of spiders. Each species has its own characteristics. Some species are completely harmless to humans. However, there are poisonous representatives, a meeting with which can be fatal.
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Dangerous spiders
These predators are found almost everywhere and often coexist with humans. All spiders are poisonous, they inject poison into their prey, which kills it and “cooks”. But representatives of this list are dangerous for people.
Black Widow
Black Widow.
The black widow is one of the most famous varieties of spiders. The notoriety of spiders is associated with toxic poison. They got their unusual name for the fact that females eat males after fertilization.
Females have a more dangerous poison. Males should beware only in the mating season. Black widow bites have the highest number of deaths than other spiders. Poisonous substances lead to the formation of strong, persistent and painful muscle cramps.
Brazilian spider soldier
Brazilian spider soldier.
The spider is fast and very active. Other nicknames for the arthropod are armed. Its main difference from relatives is that it does not weave a web. This spider is a real nomad. Body size up to 10 cm.
Habitat - South America. It feeds on insects, other spiders, birds. Favorite treat is bananas. The spider often enters houses and hides in clothes and shoes. Its venom is so toxic that it can kill children or those with weak immune systems. Death occurs in half an hour in case of failure to provide first aid.
Brown recluse spider
Brown spider.
It is an araneomorphic spider belonging to the Sicariidae family. It can be found in the eastern part of the USA. Spider venom provokes the appearance of loxoscelism - necrosis of the subcutaneous tissue and skin.
Spiders tend to weave chaotic webs in a barn, basement, garage, attic. They can be found in any place of a person's dwelling, which are similar to natural habitats - burrows, crevices, wood.
funnel spider
Also, this variety is called the Sydney leukocautina. The spider lives on the Australian continent. Its venom is distinguished by the content of toxins that affect the nervous system. Poisonous substances within 15 minutes can be fatal in humans and monkeys. The rest of the mammals are not afraid of the funnel spider.
mouse spider
Mouse spider.
Of the 11 species, 10 live in Australia, and 1 in Chile. The spider owes its name to an erroneous idea of digging deep holes, like mouse holes.
Mouse spiders feed on insects and other spiders. The natural enemies of the arthropod are wasps, scorpions, labiopod centipedes, bandicoots. The protein nature of the poison is considered dangerous to humans. However, it is worth noting that this species almost does not settle near people.
Cheyrakantium or yellow-headed spider
Lives in European countries. The spider is cowardly and hides from people. Among the varieties of spiders living in Europe, it is considered the most dangerous. When bitten, people feel headaches and nausea. After bites, suppuration may occur.
Six-Eyed Sand Spider
Sand spider.
It belongs to the most dangerous species of arthropods. Habitat - South America and southern Africa. Spiders tend to lie in wait for their prey in ambush. Usually they hide in sand dunes, among stones, snags, tree roots.
When attacking, the spider injects poisonous toxins into its prey. The poison breaks the walls of blood vessels. As a result, severe internal bleeding occurs. There is currently no antidote. But there are few deaths.
Karakurt
Karakurt.
Karakurt is also called the steppe widow. This is a male black widow. However, it is larger. It also differs from the black widow in that it does not settle near people.
Poisonous substances of karakurt are dangerous even for large animals. The spider is not aggressive. Attacks in case of a threat to life. When bitten, a person feels a strong and burning pain that spreads throughout the body within 15 minutes. Then there are signs of poisoning. Deaths have been reported in some countries.
Tarantula
Tarantula.
Araneomorphic spider. The body length is about 3,5 cm. They are representatives of the wolf spider family. Preference is given to all warm countries. Tarantulas can be called centenarians. Life expectancy exceeds 30 years.
The diet consists of insects, small amphibians, rodents. Toxic poison can lead to the death of various animals. Fatal outcomes of people from the bite of a tarantula have not been recorded.
Conclusion
Among poisonous spiders, only a small part settles near a human dwelling. It is worth being attentive and careful, as arthropods hide in secluded places. In most cases, even the most venomous spiders bite only when their lives are threatened. When bitten, first aid must be provided.
