Giant Venomous Flying Spiders With 4-Inch Legs Are Spreading Across The East Coast

For those of you with arachnophobia living on the East Coast, it's time to prepare yourselves.

I regret to inform you, that there have been reports of large spiders settling in parts of America. 

Notably, New York and New Jersey are expected to see a surge in these eight-legged creatures.

These spiders, known as the Joro spider, can have legs that span up to four inches long. 

Joro spiders have made their way to the US in recent years. YouTube / FNRClemson

To make things worse, they also have the ability to fly.

Although they are venomous, the good news is that the venom of a Joro spider is not considered harmful to humans or pets.

Apart from their size and ability to fly, Joro spiders are recognizable by their striking yellow and gray bodies.

Originally from countries like Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and China, they have reportedly traveled to northern Georgia by 2010.

The first sighting of a Joro spider in the area wasn’t until around 2014. 

Since then, their presence on the East Coast has grown, and these spiders are now spreading further.

In a study released last year, David Coyle, a scientist and assistant professor at Clemson University's Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation, stated that Joro spiders are "here to stay" in the U.S.

He explained, "This spider is going to be able to inhabit most of the eastern US. 

"The conditions in their native habitat match up well with much of North America."

Joro spiders are expected to spread to New York. Gary Hershorn / Getty Images

Specifically concerning New York, José R. Ramírez-Garofalo, an ecologist at Rutgers University's Lockwood Lab and the president of Protectors of Pine Oak Woods on Staten Island, mentioned that it's not a question of if, but when, these large spiders will arrive in the city.

Although these spiders are harmless, the idea of them residing in one’s home isn’t appealing to everyone.

To manage the presence of Joro spiders, Coyle advised: "Pesticides work, but they're probably overkill as they will kill everything else too. 

"There's also a cost to consider; it's easier to just physically move them if they are on your house. They seem to love structures. 

"So, I usually suggest taking a stick or broom to gently remove them."

Additionally, Lookout Pest Control recommends maintaining a clean home to prevent Joro spiders from entering. 

They suggest not leaving food out, vacuuming up any spider webs, and sealing any cracks or entry points into your home to keep these spiders out.