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Phoneutria; Phoneutria boliviensis; Phoneutria fera (wandering spider)
8 eyes, 4 arranged in corners of a square
Image: [1] Phoneutria boliviensis
Epidemiology:
- jungle floors of Central & South America
- aggressive spiders
Pathology:
- bite reactions are generally mild (90%)
- venom of Brazilian Phoneutria fera may result in intense pain, paralysis & asphyxiation [1]
Related
spider bite
General
spider
Properties
KINGDOM: animal
PHYLUM: arthropod
ORGANISM-CLASS: arachnid
References
- Grimm L
Medically Significant Spider Bites: Which to Watch Out For,
Medscape. July 25, 2023
https://reference.medscape.com/slideshow/venomous-spiders-31606