While not all funnel-web species are dangerous, some relatives like the Sydney funnel-web spider are highly venomous. Their venom can cause severe pain, muscle spasms and in extreme cases even ...

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There are several funnel-web spiders, but the most well-known is the Atrax robustus. These arachnids, found in Australia, are "large, black aggressive spider [s] with large powerful fangs," said ...