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Joro spiders were first found in the U.S. in 2014. Since then, the invasive species that's native to east Asia has been spotted in several states.
The invasive Joro spider (Trichonephila clavata) is endemic to East Asia. It was first discovered in the U.S. in North ...
Joro spiders are spreading across the east coast. They are an invasive species that most likely arrived in shipping containers from eastern Asia. Today, we look into why some people find them ...
The invasive Jorō spider has baffled researchers by living near busy roads and urban places that other creatures tend to avoid. A new study might explain why.
Giant Invasive Joro Spiders Have Spread to Yet Another Area of the U.S. Published Oct 26, 2022 at 11:18 AM EDT Updated Oct 27, 2022 at 6:04 AM EDT. By .
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — At least two invasive Joro spiders have been spotted in Cades Cove, a Great Smoky Mountains National Park spokesperson confirmed to 6 News. On Wednesday, the park shared ...
An invasive spider is headed for Augusta. Here's what you should know about this colorful arachnid. Erica Van Buren, Augusta Chronicle. Thu, March 7, 2024 at 2:45 PM UTC. 3 min read.
Joro spiders may pop up all across your backyard, but these new invasive species could cause more health issues. What to know ...