There is simply no chance for spider eggs to get into a banana. Nor would a species that did this survive long, since spiderlings in an uneaten banana could never escape. Not that eating spider eggs would cause any harm even if this fantasy were true! This myth has already spawned variations.
The red-faced banana spider, Cupiennius chiapanensis, from Central America is occasionally brought into North America on bananas and often misidentified as a toxic Brazilian spider.
One spooked shopper got the shock of a lifetime after they discovered a humongous Huntsman spider inside a bunch of Tesco bananas originating from the Dominican Republic. Huntsman spiders are known as the world's largest spiders and can grow up to 12 inches in leg span - equivalent to one foot long.
Banana spider (Cupiennius)
Banana spiders are slightly venomous, but their bites are no more painful than a bee sting. The effect of their venom is also comparable to the impact of a bee sting.
Along with other members of the genus, they are often referred to as Brazilian wandering spiders. Its bite can cause severe symptoms, including extraordinary pain, increased pulse, blood pressure, and respiratory rate, penile erection (priapism) that lasts for several hours, and in several documented cases, death.
"If you do find eggs on your bananas, the best thing to do is wash them off, if you are really worried you could put them in the freezer to kill them - then enjoy your banana!"
Funnel-web spiders top the list of deadliest spiders, if only for their storied venom. Native to Australia, these spiders boast venom that's so potent their bite can kill within minutes. "The deadliest is probably the funnel-web spider and its relatives.
There are banana spiders in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the southeastern United States, from Texas to North Carolina.
Adult specimens have a body length of 2.2 to 2.8 cm (about 1 inch), and have a leg span of 7 to 12 cm (3 to 5 inches). Adult females have a larger body size, especially the abdomen, than males.
The Australian funnel-web spiders (families Hexathelidae, Atracidae, Macrothelidae and Porrhothelidae), such as the Sydney funnel-web spider Atrax robustus (a mygalomorph spider not to be confused with the araneomorph funnel-weaver or grass spiders) are regarded as among the most venomous in the world.
VENOM TOXICITY - the bite of Golden Orb Weaving Spiders is of low risk (not toxic) to humans. Symptoms may include mild local pain, numbness and swelling. Occasionally nausea and dizziness can occur. They seldom bite.
Yes, dogs can eat bananas. In moderation, bananas are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They're high in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper. They are low in cholesterol and sodium, but because of their high sugar content, bananas should be given as a treat, not part of your dog's main diet.
Spiders usually have eight eyes (some have six or fewer), but few have good eyesight. They rely instead on touch, vibration and taste stimuli to navigate and find their prey.
Banana spiders get their common name because their abdomen (back section) is a bright yellow. Female banana spiders can be 3 inches or more across with their legs spread out, while males are rarely more than ½ to ¾ inches across.
A spokesperson for ASDA said: "That particular 'white spot' looks to be a mealy bug nest, they're completely harmless but as with other insects and they like to make themselves at home in between banana fingers which provide a nice protective habitat for them to live."
Spider eggs provide a highly nutritious source of food for the larvae of many species of wasps, flies and mantispid lacewings. Wasps and flies use their long ovipositers to penetrate into the egg sac and lay their eggs among those of the spider.
Tarantula toxicity is a rare occurrence. There are over 900 species of tarantula, and they are popular as pets. While tarantulas do possess venom, the vast majority of tarantula-related injuries occur as a result of urticating hairs.
Heteropoda venatoria (banana spider)
The cane spider is the largest spider in Hawaii. This spider goes by a variety of names including the huntsman spider as well as the giant crab spider. This particular creature is usually tan, cream, brown, and black. The cane spider's cephalothorax is typically dark, and the abdomen is often mostly a light color.
After being bitten by a black widow spider, you may have painful swelling around the bite. You may also notice cramps, muscle spasms, and achiness, and you may be sick to your stomach. These symptoms may get worse for up to about 12 hours after you were bitten. Then they should start to go away.
The largest spider in the world is Theraphosa blondi, commonly known as the Goliath birdeater, according to National Geographic. This tarantula can reach up to 11 inches in length and weigh 6 ounces; this size is big enough to cover a dinner plate, says Guinness World Records.