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Statistics About The Most Dangerous Spider In Australia
The most dangerous spider in Australia, the Sydney funnel-web spider, is responsible for the majority of serious spider bite incidents in the country, with potential fatalities if not treated promptly.
In this post, we will explore the statistics surrounding the most dangerous spiders in Australia. From the number of spider species residing in the country to the mortality rates associated with their bites, these facts shed light on the risks posed by these arachnids.
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"Australia is home to approximately 2,000 species of spiders."
Statistic 2
"Around 50 species can deliver a significant bite."
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"The Sydney Funnel-web spider is considered the world's most dangerous spider."
Statistic 4
"The venom can kill a human in approximately 15 minutes."
Statistic 5
"Male funnel-web spiders' venom is six times more potent than that of females."
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"The Sydney Funnel-web Spider can grow up to 5 cm in body length."
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"There have been 13 recorded deaths from Funnel-web spider bites."
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"Despite their deadliness, the Redback spider has only been responsible for one recorded death since 1980."
Statistic 9
"An estimated 100 to 200 Redback spider bites requiring antivenom are reported each year."
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"The Mouse Spider, found in many parts of Australia, can deliver a painful bite though it isn't aggressive."
Statistic 11
"The female Mouse Spider can stay in the same burrow for up to 20 years."
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"Male Sydney Funnel-web spiders wander during summer and autumn, which results in more encounters with humans."
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"The female Redback Spider bite is responsible for more envenomations requiring antivenom than any other creature in Australia."
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"Only about 200 of the 10,000 spider species worldwide can bite humans and pose any kind of threat."
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"The White-tailed Spider bites can cause nausea and burning pain, but they're not lethal."
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"Spider bites in Australia lead to roughly 2000 hospitalizations per year."
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"Overall, on average six people every year are admitted to hospital in Australia due to Funnel-web bites."
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"Redback spiders cause an estimated 2500 bites each year, with around 20% requiring antivenom."
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"Males Redback spiders are much smaller and their venom isn't harmful to humans."
Statistic 20
"There hasn't been a death in Australia from a confirmed spider bite since 1979."
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