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Is a black widow spider's bite lethal?

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Black widow spiders are arachnids that are known for the females' unique appearance and tendency to eat their mates. They are considered the most venomous spiders in North America; however, their bite is rarely fatal to humans. read more

Antivenom is available for the bites of widow spiders and nobody has died of a widow spider bite in the USA since the antivenom has been available. Getting a dry bite from a widow spider is almost a non-event. Their fangs are about 1 mm. in length. read more

Black Widow Spider Bites The female black widow spider, though it is the most venomous spider in North America, seldom causes death as it injects a very small amount of poison when it bites. Reports indicate human mortality at well less than 1% from black widow spider bites. read more

The male and juvenile Black Widow spiders are harmless to humans despite being carnivorous. read more

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