"Venomous Joro Spiders Set to Invade U.S. East Coast This Summer"
TL;DR
The Joro spider, a large and colorful invasive species from East Asia, is spreading across the U.S. but poses little threat to humans. Experts are more concerned about other invasive species that harm crops and trees, exacerbated by global trade and climate change.
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- Joro spiders are expected to eventually spread across most of the U.S. NPR
- The giant Joro spiders are expanding on the East Coast this summer: What to know Yahoo! Voices
- Meet the shy, invasive spider riding winds along the East Coast Axios
- Giant venomous flying spiders? Prep for parachuting Joro spiders USA TODAY
- Flying venomous Joro spiders may spread to New Jersey this summer WPVI-TV
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