The results showed Joro spiders, compared to their relative, had a metabolism twice as high, a 77% higher heart rate in low temperatures and they survived 74% of the time in the temperatures below ...

The joro spider is an arachnid native to East Asia. The females are larger than the males, with a leg span of roughly 4 inches and vibrant black-and-yellow or blue coloring.

VERIFY is answering some of the top questions about Joro spiders, including if they are guaranteed to arrive on the East Coast this summer and whether they can actually fly.

Some of the reports appear to stem from a New Jersey Pest Control article published earlier this year that says Joro spiders could potentially reach New Jersey in 2024. Joro spiders are not native ...

Have you seen headlines about flying, venomous Joro spiders invading the East Coast this summer? Here’s why you shouldn’t worry. 00:01 02:07 Author: Megan Loe Published: 6:14 PM CDT June 5, 2024 ...

Have you seen headlines about flying, venomous Joro spiders invading the East Coast this summer? Here’s why you shouldn’t worry. 00:03 02:07 Author: Megan Loe Published: 6:14 PM CDT June 5, 2024 ...

Have you seen headlines about flying, venomous Joro spiders invading the East Coast this summer? Here’s why you shouldn’t worry.