Tarantula Sightings in Austria Have Risen Sharply: Over 200 Reports Since September
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Since September, more than 200 tarantula sightings have been reported across Austria. That is significantly more reports than usual. Experts were able to confirm 175 of these reports. The spiders have therefore not only been seen in isolated cases, but in various parts of the country.
Tarantulas are large, hairy spiders. They normally live in warm regions around the world. In Austria, there is no tarantula that lives permanently in the wild. The reported animals therefore often come from terrariums or were released after their keepers no longer wanted to keep them. Experts check every report before it is considered confirmed.
For the public, the situation means above all one thing: anyone who discovers a spider of this kind should keep their distance and not touch it themselves. Most tarantula species are not dangerous to humans, but their bite can be painful and trigger allergic reactions. If a bite is suspected or if health problems occur, a doctor should be consulted.
Authorities and experts advise reporting unusual finds so that they can be checked. Anyone keeping such an animal should also make sure that it cannot escape. Whether the number of sightings will continue to rise in the coming months is currently not known.
Sources: IndexBox
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