When it comes to abominable creatures or small beings that are a bit out of the ordinary, certainly there are some humans who can run away. And if you are one of those who suffers from arachnophobia, this is probably not the best grade to help you face that fear that often overwhelms you.
It is a new type of violinist spider recently discovered by scientists from the Autonomous University of Mexico, in the city of Tlaxcala.
When you know the attributes of this peculiar arachnid, you will surely experience that something runs through your body. Don’t be scared! Maybe it’s a simple sensation, but you better take all the precautions.
What scientists have found is a species of spider, with a poison so powerful that it is capable of rotting human flesh with a single bite.
Dead flesh lesions up to 40cm across can be caused by a single attack, but fortunately the spider is believed to be non-lethal.
It has been found living in household furniture and fabrics, and its discoverers have grown so fond of it that they have even given it its own name.
We introduce you to “Loxosceles Tenochtitlan”, a different type of violinist spider among the other 36 that exist.
The new species was discovered by biologist and university professor Alejandro Valdez-Mondragón, together with his students: Claudia Navarro, Karen Solís, Mayra Cortez and Alma Juárez, according to university reports.
It is a spider native to the Valley of Mexico region , at first they confused it with another species typical of the states of Guerrero and Morelos, the Loxosceles mysteca . But when they carried out molecular biology studies of both species, they discovered that they were completely different and were surprised by the finding.
Professor Valdez-Mondragón warned that the species attacks humans with its cruel bite if it feels threatened.
Meet the violinist spider and why it is the most dangerous in Mexico SOURCE: NOTIMEX Violinist spider The most dangerous arachnid species in Mexico proliferates in hot weather and in cold weather they take refuge inside houses. The violinist spider (Loxosceles laeta) is the more dangerous in Mexico and in hot weather, their numbers increase. Its bite is capable of causing the death of a human being, so it is important to know how to identify it to avoid being bitten by one. Also known as corner spiders or recluses, these They can be hidden either behind pictures, furniture or in corners of the house that are left uncleaned. For this reason, it is important to identify its web, explains Herlinda Clement Carretero, an academic technician at UNAM’s Institute of Biotechnology (IBt). We must identify it [the cobweb] since, unlike others that are more resistant and elastic, we can find it. As well as the ‘cottonodozo’ type, at first glance it looks a little more fragile.” In order not to run into these cobwebs, it is important to clean the house and shake the pictures, clothes and shoes. With respect to spiders, they are called violinists because they have a violin-shaped mark on their lower part and are also characterized by their curved legs. They can also measure up to two centimeters long, feed on other insects such as flies, midges, crickets and other arachnids, and live up to four years. What happens in the event of a bite? Although they only bite when they feel attacked, the bite can kill the skin cells in the area where it attacked, advance to the organs and cause death in a few hours.
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Other similar species had already been introduced: Loxosceles reclusa and Loxosceles rufescens), so today Mexico is the pioneer in having the highest diversity of species of this genus (Loxosceles) , since of 140 species that exist in the world Currently, only in this country there are 40.
WHAT ARE LOXOCELES SPIDERS?
Loxoceles spiders have a potent tissue-destroying venom that causes necrotic lesions on the skin. In the case of children, the bite can be even more dangerous, since it can end up being carried through the bloodstream and cause the destruction of red blood cells, although these cases are very rare.
Males forage for females at night during wet weather, often wandering off and ending up on clothing, sheets, or shoes , almost unnoticed by humans. Females are believed to be twice as toxic as males.
It is common for it to hide in holes, between objects, furniture or walls.
“It can be identified with the naked eye because its dark brown color is not conspicuous, and unlike other species in the country, it has a very visible “violin”-shaped dorsal pattern , hence its name,” said Professor Valdez-Mondragón . .
“We provide them with the temperature, humidity and food to establish themselves in our homes, which puts us at risk of having an accident with them, although they also fulfill an important ecological function when they feed on insects,” adds Professor Valdez-Mondragón .
Experts say that the visit of these spiders can be avoided by keeping a tidy house and eliminating any possible hiding places.
The bite of this arachnid has very common characteristics: it begins with a sore that turns purple and pink around it. However, it is difficult to identify the clinical picture because the bite is usually not painful and can be confused with a skin infection, insect bite, or hives.
We love animals but I definitely don’t know if I would want to find one of them getting into my clothes. And you?
Share this shocking find with your friends and consider being a friend of order and cleanliness to avoid the presence of these companions so feared by so many.
