13 Most Dangerous Insects Found In India
Indian biodiversity is home to a different kinds of insects. While some of them are non-harmful and are mostly calm and chose to live aloof, there are few that have the ability to infect and even kill human beings or other living organisms with their sharp stings, venom or bites. We take a look at some of the most dangerous insects found in the country.
May 30, 2023, 17:09 PM IST
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A parcel containing thermocol box with 107 plastic vials with live spiders was intercepted by Air Customs officials in Chennai.
Jul 02, 2021, 20:07 PM IST
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Two species are named after spider characters from the classic works by J R R Tolkien.
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Scientists name new spider species after Bob Marley
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New 'smiley-faced' spider species discovered; named after Obamas, Leo DiCaprio
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Two new species of spider found in Mumbai’s Aarey Milk Colony
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Newly discovered spider species has found a namesake in a Harry Potter character! - Read
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Arachnid alert: Last seen 122 years ago in Burma, rare jumping spider makes an appearance in Mumbai!
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Researchers identify new species of cave-dwelling spiders!
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Spiders beat humans, whales by consuming upto 800 million tones of prey each year
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