Joro Spiders: Big, Bright, and Mostly Harmless | Topeka News

Joro spiders are making waves across the U.S., with sightings surging this fall—these giant, colorful arachnids (up to four inches wide) are harmless, rarely biting, and might even be nature’s pest control. Originally spotted in Atlanta in 2013, likely hitching rides from Asia, they’ve spread to 12 states via ballooning—spiders riding silk winds to new territories. While they’re a sign of global trade and climate change, experts urge calm: leave them alone, report sightings to Joro Watch, and don’t worry—they’re not invading Kansas yet. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3b1b436c2c2dbdae