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0:00 - Introduction to World's Deadliest Spiders
0:37 - Brazilian Wandering Spider Overview
2:08 - The Black Widow and Its Notorious Kin
3:09 - Encountering False Widow, Recluse, and Mediterranean Spiders
6:52 - Bird-Eating and Unique Tarantulas
10:58 - Gooty Sapphire and Wolf Spider Facts
14:01 - Widow Spiders Around The World
15:15 - Australia’s Deadliest and Final Thoughts
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0:00 - Introduction to World's Deadliest Spiders
0:37 - Brazilian Wandering Spider Overview
2:08 - The Black Widow and Its Notorious Kin
3:09 - Encountering False Widow, Recluse, and Mediterranean Spiders
6:52 - Bird-Eating and Unique Tarantulas
10:58 - Gooty Sapphire and Wolf Spider Facts
14:01 - Widow Spiders Around The World
15:15 - Australia’s Deadliest and Final Thoughts
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00:00Can you imagine a spider so big it could cover your whole face?
00:04Or one with venom 15 times more potent than a cobra's?
00:08Today, get ready because we're about to enter the world of some of the most feared and most fascinating creatures
00:15on the planet.
00:17Here, we will reveal the terrifying secrets and unbelievable abilities of the most dangerous and largest spiders that exist.
00:24And the one at the end of this list is so deadly that it will definitely make your knees shake.
00:30But before we start, if you're new to our channel, please don't forget to subscribe so you'll always be updated
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00:37Number 15.
00:48According to the Guinness World Record itself, the Brazilian wandering spider or banana spider holds the title of the most
00:56venomous spider in the world.
00:57Even though its body only reaches up to 5 semiosers, its legs can grow as long as 15 semiosers.
01:04And what's worse, it is extremely aggressive when hunting.
01:07Unlike other spiders that patiently wait in their webs, the banana spider is an active nocturnal hunter.
01:14It roams the forest floor, and even worse, it often hides in places you wouldn't expect.
01:20In houses, in shoes, and between clusters of bananas, which is why it sometimes gets accidentally transported to other countries.
01:29Its neurotoxic venom spreads very quickly, causing severe pain, swelling, excessive sweating, tachycardia,
01:37and, in severe cases, paralysis, and difficulty breathing.
01:41And most unusually in men, its bite can cause priapism.
01:45A very painful and prolonged direction.
01:49Fortunately, there is an effective antidote, but time is of the essence, and immediate treatment is necessary.
01:54This spider is truly very brave.
01:57When it senses a threat, it raises its front legs and shows its fangs.
02:02A clear warning not to come any closer.
02:08Number 14, Black Widow
02:14The Black Widow, known for the red hourglass mark on its body,
02:17is one of the most famous and most feared spiders on the entire continent.
02:22Even though it's small, with a body only about 1.5 semesters long, it has a big reputation.
02:26Its neurotoxic venom is 15 times stronger than the venom of a rattlesnake.
02:32And just one bite can cause severe muscle pain, tremors and cramps, vomiting, excessive sweating, difficulty breathing, and, in severe
02:40cases, paralysis.
02:42Fortunately, deaths are now rare because modern medical treatment is fast.
02:46But the truth is, the Black Widow is shy and prefers to be alone, usually staying in dark corners, warehouses,
02:53garages, and piles of wood.
02:55It doesn't bite unless its web is disturbed or it feels threatened.
03:00In addition, its web is one of the strongest in the entire animal kingdom.
03:04Even stronger than steel of the same thickness.
03:09Number 13, False Widow
03:15The False Widow, especially the species Staudonobilis, became notorious in Europe,
03:20especially in the UK because of the panic it caused.
03:23It doesn't help that it closely resembles the real Black Widow, with a dark body and a marking on its
03:28abdomen that sometimes looks like a skull.
03:30But even though it looks scary, its venom is far less potent compared to the real Widow.
03:35Its venom is weaker, but it can still cause swelling, redness, nausea, headache, and general weakness.
03:42Imagine seeing spiders in your house that look just like the Black Widow.
03:47So, it's no wonder why many people freeze up and get scared.
03:50The False Widow comes from the Canary Islands and Madeira, but has rapidly spread across Europe and other countries due
03:56to its strong adaptation to urban environments.
03:59It creates messy webs in the corners of houses and gardens that are dark and often go unnoticed.
04:08Number 12, Brown Recluse
04:15It's called the Violin Spider because of the violin-shaped mark in the middle of its body.
04:20And in North America, especially in the Central and Southern U.S., this is one of the most feared spiders.
04:26It's small in size, about 6 to 20 millimeters, and because of this, it's easy to overlook.
04:32But its venom is cytotoxic, which means it can destroy skin tissue.
04:37It can cause loxocelism, a condition that results in necrotic ulcers.
04:43The damage is slow to heal and may leave a permanent scar.
04:46It is nocturnal and truly reclusive, preferring dark, dry, and quiet places like attics, basements, closets, and woodpiles.
04:54It does not bite unless it is trapped or feels extremely threatened.
04:59What's more concerning is that its bite is often painless at first, and sometimes symptoms only appear hours or days
05:06later, so the bite often goes unnoticed.
05:09In severe cases, it can cause a serious systemic reaction, but this is rare.
05:15What's even more surprising is that many bites blamed on the brown recluse aren't actually caused by them, but by
05:21other skin conditions.
05:22And this spider's reputation is bigger than the actual danger it poses.
05:30Number 11. Mediterranean Recluse
05:36The Mediterranean Recluse is a close relative of the brown recluse, but its territory covers a wider area.
05:42It is found in the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and parts of America.
05:47It is almost the same size as the brown recluse, with a body reaching up to 1.5 cm, and,
05:54like its cousin, it also has cytotoxic venom that can cause necrotic lesions on the skin.
06:00This small and quiet spider is like a black backpacker that has spread all over the world.
06:05Because of trade and human travel, it has easily spread to different continents.
06:09It is nocturnal and likes to hide in places such as behind furniture, closets, piles of clothes, and dark, unnoticed
06:18corners.
06:18It is not aggressive and is a shy spider that only bites when it is trapped or feels threatened.
06:24Because of this, people often get confused and its bite is mistaken for other skin conditions, which sometimes leads to
06:31a delayed correct diagnosis.
06:33It can only cause minor injuries, but sometimes it can lead to ulcers that require medical attention.
06:40What's unique about them is that they are often included in shipments, cargo, and items that travel to different countries,
06:46which is why they're called true globetrotters.
06:59From the dark and dense forests of Hainan Island in China comes a spider that looks like it jumped straight
07:04out of a horror movie.
07:06The Chinese bird-eating spider.
07:08Its name is no joke because it can devour small birds that land on the ground.
07:13It can even grow up to 20 cmellers, making it a very fierce predator.
07:17And while most tarantulas are quite calm, this one is the opposite.
07:22Aggressive, territorial, and extremely fast-moving.
07:25They live in deep burrows that they dig themselves, and from there they wait for their prey, then suddenly rush
07:31out at the perfect moment.
07:33No webs, no hesitation, just pure ambush and precision.
07:38Its venom can no longer kill humans, but it can still cause severe harm, swelling, tremors, and dizziness.
07:44But the most terrifying thing is its long and strong fangs that can pierce even thick leather.
07:50Despite this, they play an important role in nature.
07:54They help maintain the balance of insect and small vertebrate populations, which is why in some places they are protected.
08:00Number 9
08:04Number 9, Ornamental Striped Tarantula
08:11From Sri Lanka, the so-called Ornamental Striped Tarantula is one of the most venomous tarantulas in the world,
08:17and also one of the fastest and most defensive, with a body reaching almost 8 cemexer and over 20 cememothers
08:24when its legs are fully stretched.
08:26Its color is like a masterpiece, a combination of white, black, and bright yellow that looks like it was hand
08:33-painted.
08:33But don't be fooled by its beauty, this is one of the most venomous in the entire genus of Posillotheria.
08:40This species is arboreal, living in tree holes, making silk shelters, and staying hidden almost all day.
08:47It is known for its incredible speed, and when it feels threatened, it can suddenly run or bite without hesitation.
08:54Its venom is not fatal to humans, but it can cause severe pain, muscle spasms, fever, and nausea that may
09:01last for several days.
09:03And when it's stressed, it raises its front legs and shows its long fangs as a clear warning.
09:08That's a sign you should back off.
09:11Because of its unique beauty, many exotic pet collectors have become fascinated by it.
09:16But for beginners, it's not recommended because it's too fast, too defensive, and shouldn't be handled.
09:22How about you? Would you dare to take care of a tarantula as beautiful but as dangerous as this?
09:28Or would you rather just look at it in pictures?
09:34Number 8. Yellow Sock Spider Number
09:41At first glance, the yellow sock spider looks harmless.
09:44Small, pale, and often seen in houses, gardens, and grassy areas.
09:49But don't be fooled, this is one of the most feared spiders in North America.
09:54This spider has two main species, Characantium inclusium and Characantium mildae.
10:00Both have similar behavior.
10:02They're very active, move quickly, and often come out at dusk.
10:07It's not their size that's dangerous, but their venom.
10:10And while their bite is rarely fatal, it can cause intense pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes a necrotic lesion,
10:18which resembles the bite of a brown recluse.
10:21Most of the time, their bite is accidental, especially when someone puts on clothes or shoes where they've been hiding
10:27all night.
10:27They don't make webs to hunt.
10:29They're active hunters, fast, aggressive, and always on the move at night.
10:34During the day, they hide in small silk sacks, and that's where their name comes from, in corners and under
10:41leaves.
10:41What's unique about them is that they're really adaptable to cities, so you can find them in almost every temperate
10:48region in the world.
10:49What's even more interesting is that many bites blamed on other spiders are actually caused by them.
10:58Number 7. Goody Sapphire Tarantula
11:04In the whole world of tarantulas, only a few can match the captivating appearance of the Goody Sapphire Tarantula.
11:12Native to India and found only in a small and shrinking forest, this is one of the rarest and most
11:18sought after by collectors.
11:20Its metallic blue color seems to shimmer when hit by light like a real living gem.
11:25But remember, it's not just beauty that it brings.
11:28Its body is 7 cm long, and its leg span is over 15 cm long, so we can say that
11:34it is big and noticeable.
11:36It climbs trees where it makes silk shelters in the crevices of wood and rarely comes out during the day.
11:43It is not aggressive in normal situations, but when cornered, it moves very quickly and will not hesitate to bite
11:50if there is no other way out.
11:51Its venom, although not usually fatal, can cause severe damage, muscle stiffness, and in some serious cases, the victim needs
12:00to be hospitalized.
12:01What's even more concerning is that this species is endangered because deforestation is destroying its natural habitat.
12:09Imagine a unique animal that almost disappeared from the world because it was first recorded in 1899 and then only
12:16rediscovered in 2001, nearly a century later.
12:22Number 6 wolf spider
12:28The wolf spider from the Lycosidae family is one of the most well-known and widespread spiders on the planet.
12:35You can find it in forests, gardens, deserts, and sometimes even inside the house.
12:40There are hundreds of wolf spider species, but they all have one thing in common.
12:45They don't make webs to hunt.
12:47They're like real hunters, running, charging, and chasing their prey directly.
12:52The most iconic thing about them is their excellent vision.
12:56They have eight eyes arranged in three rows with two large front eyes that shine in the light like they
13:01have built-in headlights.
13:03Some species can reach up to four salmonellars, and because of their hairy and sturdy bodies, they often look bigger
13:10than their actual size.
13:11They are really fast, extremely solitary, and incredibly agile.
13:15But what's most fascinating is that the mother carries the egg sac attached to her abdomen, and when the baby
13:21spiders hatch, all the offspring climb onto her back, so she walks around as if she has a miniature army
13:27riding on her, a very rare scene in the world of spiders.
13:31Although they are venomous, it usually only causes redness and pain, and it's very rare for it to be serious
13:38for humans.
13:38Nevertheless, even though most of their bites aren't dangerous, just the appearance of this spider is enough to make anyone
13:46shudder.
13:47Did you know that its name, Lycosa, comes from Latin, which means, she-wolf?
13:52Now, how about you?
13:53Do you have the courage to look at it directly while shining a flashlight on it in the dark?
14:015. Brown Widow
14:06If the Black Widow is famous, its cousin the Brown Widow shouldn't be ignored.
14:10Although it originated in Africa, it has spread almost all over the world due to global trade.
14:16Its body is smaller, about 1.5 centimeters, and its color ranges from brown to gray with an orange hourglass
14:23mark on its abdomen.
14:25It looks like the Black Widow's ribbon but is usually weaker.
14:29However, its bite can cause lateral latrodectism, with symptoms such as severe muscle pain, cramps, nausea, and intense anxiety.
14:39However, the Brown Widow is more timid and rarely attacks, so the chances of a dangerous encounter are lower.
14:45It prefers to live in quiet corners, garages, basements, and under outdoor furniture.
14:51What's more, its egg sac is really unique.
14:54It's like small balls with sharp spines, resembling miniature stars, and they can be easily distinguished compared to other species.
15:02Because this species is spreading to other countries, scientists have noticed that it has overtaken the Black Widow in some
15:08areas, which is something they did not expect.
15:21In Australia, which is a land of animals that seem to come from nightmares, the Redback Spider has a special
15:27reputation.
15:28It's closely related to the Black Widow and is easily recognized by its shiny black abdomen with a red stripe
15:34on its back.
15:35The females can reach up to 1 cm while the males are smaller and hardly dangerous.
15:41However, the venom of the female redback is extremely toxic and can cause severe symptoms of latrodectism, intense pain, excessive
15:49sweating, muscle spasms, and in severe cases, paralysis.
15:53Before the antidote was developed in 1956, many people died from its bite in Australia.
15:59Nowadays, most people survive, but they definitely go through intense suffering before recovering.
16:04Another terrifying thing about the redback is that it doesn't even need to wander around.
16:09It builds messy and sticky webs in dark corners, under seats and sheds, by the side of garages, or any
16:16place that goes unnoticed.
16:18There, it quietly waits until a victim gets trapped so it can inject its venom.
16:22What's even more terrifying is that after mating, the female usually eats the male, and scientists believe that this sacrifice
16:29helps increase the survival rate of their offspring.
16:42In the southern part of the U.S., especially in Florida, you can find one of the most noticeable widow
16:48spiders, the red widow.
16:50It is different from its black cousins because it has a deep red color and an abdomen with orange and
16:55black markings, making it impossible not to recognize.
16:59Its bright color seems to say, stay away if you don't want to get heard.
17:04Even though it is smaller than other widow spiders, its venom should not be underestimated.
17:09It is neurotoxic and can cause severe sweating, cramps, and intense muscle pain.
17:14In some cases, immediate medical attention is really needed to recover.
17:21Fortunately, cases of bites are really rare because red widow prefers dry shrubs, areas with lots of cacti, and secluded
17:29corners where it builds its strong web.
17:32One unique characteristic compared to the black widow is that the red widow is less aggressive.
17:37It doesn't just bite unless it's touched, startled, or trapped in a corner.
17:42But because of its bright appearance, it's easier to spot and easier to avoid.
17:47It's surprising to think, but even though the red widow's venom is strong, there have been no confirmed human deaths
17:54caused by it.
17:59Number 2. Six-Eyed Sand Spider
18:01In the vast deserts of South Africa and Namibia lives one of the most mysterious and feared species of spider,
18:14the Six-Eyed Sand Spider, or Sicarius Honey.
18:18There are two reasons for its unusual name.
18:20It has only six eyes, not eight, and its body almost perfectly matches the color of sand, making it nearly
18:27impossible to see.
18:28Its body only reaches up to 1.5 semi-meters, but its power is not determined by its size.
18:34Its venom is one of the most dangerous spider venoms ever recorded.
18:39Capable of causing severe necrosis, muscle damage, and based on laboratory studies, it can also harm internal organs.
18:47The most terrifying thing about it is that there is no antidote for its bite.
18:52Fortunately, this species is extremely shy and rarely comes into contact with humans.
18:57What's even more impressive is that it can stay buried in the sand for a long time,
19:01not moving, quietly waiting for its prey to come close enough before it attacks.
19:10Number 1. Mousy Spider
19:16At the top of the list is the feared mouse spider, one of the most impressive and most dangerous spiders
19:22in Australia.
19:24Its name comes from its strong and sturdy body and large fangs that look like the teeth of a mouse.
19:30With a body reaching up to threesome and small but strong legs,
19:34the mouse spider builds deep burrows in the ground where it waits for its prey,
19:39just like a true ambush hunter.
19:41The reason why it is so feared is not just because of its size, but because of its venom.
19:47Some species have venom similar to the Sydney funnel web spider that can cause severe pain,
19:52muscle twitching, excessive sweating,
19:55and in severe cases, potentially fatal complications.
19:59What's even scarier is that it has really large fangs that can pierce even through the leather of shoes.
20:05Although they have a scary reputation,
20:07they usually don't leave their burrows unless they're forced out by floods or rain.
20:11They quietly wait, watching for insects, small reptiles, or even frogs passing by ready to strike with amazing speed.
20:19What's interesting is that the bite of the mouse spider is also used in medicine because
20:24some of its toxins can be used for neurological treatment.
20:28Nature is truly important.
20:30Even if it's dangerous, it's full of secrets waiting to be discovered.
20:34How about you?
20:35Would you dare to come close and take a look at the mouse spider up close,
20:39even knowing that its fangs can pierce through almost anything?
20:43Whatever it is, let us know in the comments and also tell us which spider you admire the most.
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