1,000-foot spiderweb – Casson Living – World News, Breaking News, International News

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    <p>In a bizarre occurrence that seems straight out of a horror movie, stretch spiders have taken over the shores of a lagoon on a Western Greek island. This unusual event isn’t new; the last time these arachnids made an appearance here was back in 2003. The spiders are currently enjoying a feast on massive swarms of mosquitoes. Once they’ve had their fill, they’ll turn their attention to mating.</p><br />
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    <p>But before you panic and think the apocalypse is upon us, rest easy knowing this spectacle will only last for a few days.</p><br />
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    <p>“When conditions such as plentiful food, warm temperatures, and adequate humidity converge, it allows for a rapid increase in animal populations,” explained molecular biologist Maria Chatzaki from Democritus University of Thrace in Greece. “This phenomenon is a result of the spider population exploding.”</p><br />
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    <p>That said, those among us who suffer from arachnophobia might find it hard to sleep tonight, aware that these little critters are lurking nearby.</p><br />
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    <h3>It's temporary and harmless—well, except for your nightmares.</h3><br />
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    <p>There’s no need to fret about the other creatures underneath this vast network of webs.</p><br />
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    <p>“These spiders pose no threat to humans and will not harm the local flora,” Chatzaki shared with Newsit.gr. “They’ll indulge in their feast and eventually perish.”</p><br />
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    <p>However, just because this bizarre event is happening far away doesn’t mean it can’t occur closer to home. In Dallas, Texas, a once-quiet roadside became a scene draped in webs.</p><br />
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    <h3>But wait—could there be a silver lining?</h3><br />
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    <p>Indeed, there is a bright side to this phenomenon. These spiders are effectively preying on mosquitoes while spinning their expansive webs that can stretch over 1,000 feet.</p><br />
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    <p>Anything that tackles mosquitoes gets a thumbs up from me!</p><br />
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