Deadly Brazilian Wandering Spider On Holiday, in Your Groceries
Alexandra Choli — March 20, 2009 — Lifestyle
References: tulsaworld
If you thought grocery shopping is a healthy habit, think again, because unless you are careful, you might come face to face with a traveling Brazilian Wandering Spider.
One of the world’s deadliest spiders, the Brazilian Wandering Spider, was found lurking in a bunch of Honduran bananas at a Whole Foods supermarket in Tulsa. Fortunately, a skillful employee was able to catch the lethal arachnoid, also known as a banana spider. It was then dispatched to the University of Tulsa’s Animal Facilities Department.
Capable of growing up to a 10 to 13 cm leg span, the hairy spider is notorious for its toxic venom and its sneaky night crawls. It moves quickly and is identified by its scary pair of red jaws which come on display when it is angered.
The Tulsa find was destroyed following safety concerns, although much speculation followed as to whether it was in fact a member of the venomous species or an innocent Huntsman spider. Still, the Brazilian Wandering Spider can indeed survive long transport from exotic lands around the world, and assume juicy holiday residence within your friendly local grocery store.
One of the world’s deadliest spiders, the Brazilian Wandering Spider, was found lurking in a bunch of Honduran bananas at a Whole Foods supermarket in Tulsa. Fortunately, a skillful employee was able to catch the lethal arachnoid, also known as a banana spider. It was then dispatched to the University of Tulsa’s Animal Facilities Department.
Capable of growing up to a 10 to 13 cm leg span, the hairy spider is notorious for its toxic venom and its sneaky night crawls. It moves quickly and is identified by its scary pair of red jaws which come on display when it is angered.
The Tulsa find was destroyed following safety concerns, although much speculation followed as to whether it was in fact a member of the venomous species or an innocent Huntsman spider. Still, the Brazilian Wandering Spider can indeed survive long transport from exotic lands around the world, and assume juicy holiday residence within your friendly local grocery store.
Trend Themes
1. Increased Food Safety Measures - The discovery of lethal spiders in grocery stores highlights the need for increased food safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
2. Demand for Non-toxic Pest Control - Concerns over poisonous spiders infiltrating grocery stores create an opportunity for the development and adoption of non-toxic pest control methods.
3. Supply Chain Tracking Technology - The incident prompts the exploration of supply chain tracking technology to ensure the origin and safety of produce in grocery stores.
Industry Implications
1. Food Safety - The incident of lethal spiders in grocery stores emphasizes the importance of the food safety industry in preventing contaminated products from reaching consumers.
2. Pest Control - The discovery of deadly spiders in grocery stores highlights the need for innovative pest control solutions in the agriculture and retail industries.
3. Supply Chain Management - The incident calls for advancements in supply chain management technologies to improve traceability and prevent the infiltration of harmful organisms into grocery stores.
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