Two specimens were observed in 2025 and 2026 in Portugal, in Porto. The bite of the arachnide can cause necrotic wounds. However, scientists want to be reassuring.
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Two specimens were observed in 2025 and 2026 in Portugal, in Porto. The bite of the arachnide can cause necrotic wounds. However, scientists want to be reassuring.