Strange spiders possess powerful venom that causes meat to rot with just a bite

Scientists have discovered strange spiders in Mexico have powerful venom that causes meat to rot with a bite.

According to scientists, the new spider, Loxosceles tenochtitlan , lives mainly in household furniture and fabrics. They occur in central Mexico.

Loxosceles tenochtitlan spider.

This spider has strong venom, with just one bite that makes the wound extremely dangerous.

With just a single bite, the wounds caused by this spider can be up to 40cm wide. Fortunately, they have not recorded any cases of death due to this strange spider.

Loxosceles tenochtitlan also known as a recluse, the 8-legged spider feels most comfortable hiding in holes, between objects, furniture or walls.

This spider likes to live in furniture and fabrics.

Analysis of the new spider reveals it originated in the Mexican valley region. When discovered, the researchers mistook the creature for another related species, Loxosceles misteca, living in the states of Guerrero and Morelos, Mexico.

Professor Valdez-Mondragon, who led the team, said the spider attacks humans with bites that are dangerous if they feel threatened.

Experts also said that the spider can be prevented by keeping the house neat and tidy , removing items that can turn into hiding places for insects.

Mexico is the country with the highest diversity of spiders. An estimated 40 species of the genus Loxosceles of the 140 species in the world are native to this country.

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