The top ten poisonous spiders in China, those who are afraid of spiders should beware!

Spiders are a group of arthropods that are widely distributed around the world and come in various shapes and sizes. It is estimated that there are about 40,000 known spider species, including many different families, genera and species. Our country is a country with very rich spider species, and it is estimated that there are more than 2,000 species. The venom of spiders also varies by species. Generally speaking, their venom is mainly used for hunting prey and self-defense. Most spiders are not threatening to humans, but a few species are highly toxic and may cause serious harm to the human body or even be life-threatening. This article lists for you the top ten poisonous spiders in China. Let’s learn about their toxicity.

1. Black widow spider

The black widow spider, also known as the spotted bandit spider, is a spider widely distributed around the world. In our country, this spider is considered one of the most venomous. When the human body is bitten, you will usually feel a pinprick-like pain, and there may be local paleness, redness or hives. Additionally, there may be pain or tenderness. If the poisoning is severe, it may cause a state of toxic shock, and children are more likely to suffer from convulsions.

In addition to local symptoms, patients may also experience systemic symptoms, including symptomatic cramps, weakness, nausea and vomiting, blurred vision, shortness of breath, fever, convulsions, and characteristic burning sensation in the heel. Most patients can improve and recover after a week of drug treatment, but in a few cases, respiratory failure or heart failure may lead to death. Therefore, you should try to avoid contact with black widow spiders and seek medical attention if necessary.

2. Burrowing Wolf Spider

Burrowing wolf spiders are mainly distributed in Gansu, Xinjiang, Shaanxi, Jilin, Inner Mongolia and Hebei in my country. When a person is bitten by a burrowing tarantula, two small red dots will usually appear on the wound and they will feel severe pain. Some people who are bitten will sweat profusely and even soak their clothes. In addition, the face of the bitten person may appear purple, swollen, and shiny. Patients may also experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, irregular heartbeat, and pulse deceleration. Some people may experience blurred vision, blindness, and a special odor in their breath.

If rescue is not carried out in time, the patient may die from cardiac paralysis in more than 10 hours. Therefore, contact with a burrowing tarantula should be avoided as much as possible, and if bitten, seek medical attention immediately.

3. Tiger-striped tarantula

The tiger-striped tarantula is a spider that is distributed in many countries around the world. In my country, it is mainly distributed in Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan and Hainan. It is considered one of the most venomous spiders in China and one of the most venomous spiders in the country. The tiger tarantula is lethal to different prey. Its venom can block the animal's breathing and cause the prey to suffocate to death in a short time.

The tiger tarantula is a large cave-dwelling spider and a rare and highly venomous animal that is intolerant to cold. Because it is extremely toxic and poses a threat to the human body, contact should be avoided as much as possible. If you are bitten, you should seek medical attention immediately for prompt treatment.

4. Hainan tarantula

Hainan tarantula is mainly distributed in Guangxi, Hainan and other places. The adult size of these spiders can usually exceed 20 centimeters in span, and their venom is not low. However, if breeding is required, it may not be suitable for novices. The larvae of these venomous spiders are yellow in color and are almost identical to the larvae of tiger tarantulas. However, when they grow to more than 6 centimeters, Hainan tarantulas gradually turn black, while tiger tarantulas remain yellow. In addition, Hainan tarantula larvae are very aggressive and dare to catch food that is 2 to 3 times larger than themselves.

Therefore, the breeding needs of these poisonous spiders should be carefully considered. If you have no experience or skills, it is best not to try to breed these animals. At the same time, whether in the wild or at home, you should try to avoid contact with these poisonous spiders to avoid being bitten. If you are bitten, you should seek medical attention immediately.

5. Ueto Spider

The Uehu spider, also known as the Taiwanese long-tailed spider, is one of the top ten poisonous spiders in China. It is one of the most venomous and largest burrowing spiders in Taiwan. Although it is distributed throughout Taiwan Province, its visibility is not high and it often only appears in certain specific areas. According to relevant information, Ueto spiders are very ferocious and can attack violently at the slightest disturbance. After being attacked, people can even see the residual venom on the fangs.

However, this kind of spider is not easy to raise. Although it has a long lifespan, its growth rate is slow. Most individuals will refuse to eat or even die suddenly because they cannot adapt to the artificial environment. Therefore, it is not recommended that people try to keep household spiders. All in all, the Ueto spider is a very threatening animal that needs to be treated with caution even by professionals. If you are bitten, you should seek medical attention immediately to receive appropriate treatment.

6. Jingzhao Tassel Spider

This is a unique underground burrowing tarantula discovered in my country in recent years. It has a ferocious temperament and strong toxicity. Its venom contains a variety of biologically active substances. This spider is smaller in size, similar in appearance to tiger tarantula and Hainan tarantula, and is yellowish brown in color, but has no tiger stripes on the back of its abdomen. The Jingzhao Hair Spider prefers to be active at night and reacts negatively to light. It likes to prey on Orthoptera insects and cockroaches of the order Blattida. Between December and January of the following year, the spider will lay eggs and hatch them. Each egg sac contains 80 to 100 eggs.

7. Chinese Wolf Spider

The Chinese Wolf Spider is a venomous spider that belongs to the burrowing type. It is large in size, very agile, and has strong hunting ability. It is called the "Earth Man" in southwestern Shandong. It is the main natural enemy of various agricultural and forestry pests such as beetles (insect beetles) and armyworms, so it has certain protection and utilization value. . In recent years, with the increasing number of spider breeding enthusiasts, Chinese wolf spiders have become an ideal breeding target. This spider has a huge size, unique and deep patterns, and a ferocious character, which are the reasons why many players favor it.

​8. New Lady Spider

A kind of poisonous spider called the club spider is widely distributed in our country. It is one of the most common poisonous spiders in China. It often builds webs in mountain forests and shrubs, and appears in orchards and courtyards. Although the club spider is poisonous, its toxicity is not very strong. Only 1 gram of toxin can be produced for every 400-500 spiders. It is worth mentioning that the body length of the male spider spider is only about 1/4 of that of the female spider. In addition, the body color of the club spider is relatively dull, and the carapace is light yellowish brown. There is a dark brown longitudinal band on both sides of the center, extending from the side edge of the head to the near rear edge of the carapace. The abdomen is elongated, with the front end covering the back end of the carapace.

9. White-fronted Cancer Spider

The white-fronted giant crab spider is a poisonous spider, but its toxicity is not very strong. Every 600 spiders can only produce 1 gram of toxin. This spider is widely distributed in many parts of the country, mainly concentrated in low-altitude mountainous areas and flat areas. The body of an adult female spider is usually 20-30mm long, while the body of a male spider is 15-20mm long. This spider has a distinctive feature: there is a white line between the forehead and the front edge of the eye area, hence the name white-fronted giant crab spider. White-fronted crab spiders often appear on walls inside and outside homes, preying on hygiene pests such as cockroaches, mosquitoes and flies at night. Sometimes, they also hunt for prey in rice fields near villages.

10. Grooved hard-skinned ground spider

The grooved hard-skinned ground spider is a spider widely distributed in many places across the country. Every 800-1,000 spiders can produce 1 gram of toxin. The spider has elongated fangs, a structure that may have been used to sting prey moving above the burrow through a closed burrow. But when fed in an artificial environment, these fangs are easily broken. The body of the female grooved crustacean is yellow-brown, with the cephalothorax and back arranged in a fork shape, and the chelicerae are long and columnar. Its chest plate is gray-black and has 8 small gray-white round spots around it. This spider is a burrowing type with a tube-shaped nest.shape, and there are radiating spider silk around the hole.

If you encounter these spiders, you should remain vigilant and take appropriate measures in time to prevent being bitten. In addition, try to wear long sleeves and long pants during outdoor activities to avoid direct contact with spiders. This article mainly takes stock of the native spider species living in my country and the spider species originating from abroad. This article is based on the commonness and toxicity of various spiders, as well as the degree of damage to the human body after being harmed by the venom, and the recovery status of the human body after treatment. It is obtained by combining multiple indicators and summarizing the Internet-related rankings. This article is for reading and communication only. You are welcome to leave comments and additions in the comment area.

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