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Trichonephila clavata, also known as the Joro-spider (ジョロウグモ, Jorō-gumo), is a spider in the Trichonephila genus. Native to East Asia, it is found throughout China, Japan (except Hokkaidō), Korea, and Taiwan, and has been spreading across North America since the 2010s. It rarely bites humans, and its venom is not deadly.
The largest of these spiders can skate across water, chase down their prey, reach 4-4.5 inches in length and can be found in your own backyard.
“The Joro spider is known for its large size compared to other U.S. spider species,” Fredericks says. Female Joro spiders can be up to 4 inches, including the legs.
Compared to other arachnids in similar stressful situations, the Jorō spider maintained composure much better. ... According to iNaturalist.org, Joro spiders reside primarily in Georgia but have ...
Trichonephila clavipes (formerly known as Nephila clavipes), commonly known as the golden silk orb-weaver, golden silk spider, golden orb weaver spider or colloquially banana spider (a name shared with several others), is an orb-weaving spider species which inhabits forests and wooded areas ranging from the southern US to Argentina. [3]
SC's top 5 largest (and harmless) spiders. ∎ Dark Fishing Spider: 15 to 26 mm. Despite their size, they are harmless and rarely bite. ∎ Carolina Wolf Spider: About 2.5 cm.
Adult male Jorō spiders are much smaller and duller in color compared to females, with a body length of only 0.3 inches. The spiders are native to Asia. ... The Joro spider from Asia has settled ...
Joro spiders from East Asia are weaving their way into the U.S. landscape. Understand their habits, habitats, and how they affect local ecosystems. Creepy, crawly and invasive.