No, you don't need to worry about joro spiders : NPR

The palm-sized spider, which has been largely confined to the Southeastern states for nearly a decade, could soon colonize regions with colder climates to the north. But they're harmless to humans.
The palm-sized spider, which has been largely confined to the Southeastern states for nearly a decade, could soon colonize regions with colder climates to the north. But they're harmless to humans.

NPR Likes Giant Flying Spiders That Land on Your Head. I Beg to Differ.

National Geographic - New research suggests colorful jorō spiders are hardier than thought, but there's no evidence they're a danger to humans or ecosystems.

Giant spiders coming to Delaware? Just hype, says researcher - WHYY

Sperm whale beached in Oregon killed by ship, feds find

Invasive Joro spiders could take over East Coast, study says

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Big, Invasive Parachuting Spiders Will Begin To Cover Entire East Coast, Experts Say : r/nottheonion

Trichonephila clavata - Wikipedia

Y'all got any of dem joros? : r/Georgia

Is The Joro Spider Coming To New York Soon

Don't fear the giant, venomous spider: Scientists say the invasive Jorō spider is getting a bad rap

Joro Spiders, native to East Asia, are now widespread in Northeast Georgia (US). I just counted 15 on my front porch. : r/mildlyinteresting

The not-so-scary Joro Spider may be headed to NC, eventually

Millions of giant spiders that spin golden webs are invading Georgia. Here's why that's good news - Study Finds