A Brazilian wandering spider capable of causing permanent erection has been spotted in a supermarket in Australia.
The spider also known as the Banana spider was found in a supermarket located in Krems an der Donau in Australia. The venomous four-inch black and red spider is believed to have travelled to Europe hiding in packages of bananas.
Since then, the supermarket has been closed for disinfection and thorough cleaning.
A spokesman for the Rewe retail group, confirming the incident, said that ‘comprehensive cleaning and disinfection measures’ are ongoing for the reopening of the store sometime next week.
Authorities have also disclosed that: ‘Despite an extensive search, no spiders have been found to date,’ adding that the size and color of the ‘unidentifiable’ spider led them to believe it was a Brazilian Wandering Spider.
The spider is one of Earth’s most deadly creatures. Its bites are believed to be fatal. Bites can cause erection in some people as well as hypothermia, blurred vision and convulsion.
