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• Joro spiders are native to Japan and Asia but have been spotted in states including Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas.

• Sightings of these creepy crawlers have even been confirmed as far north as Maryland, and experts warn they could spread farther.

• They're not dangerous to people, experts say, though they can be annoying,

(NewsNation) — Spiders the size of a baby's hand and that can fly have been spotted along the East Coast, and scientists expect them to keep spreading.

What is a Joro spider?

The Joro spiders, as they are known, spawn massive webs, have a leg span of up to 4 inches and a vibrant yellow and black coloration.

The good news is that they're fairly docile and don't threaten humans or pets, invasive........

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