Water Spiders (large black) under docks

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Scientists have developed inter-species genes to cross the "species line". They have made trans-Mammalian creatures that share strong physical characteristics with Arachnids. Venom has been compromised in the process, in favor of alerting their owners to trespassers.

Originally Posted by Newbiesaukee

They are probably fishing or dock spiders rather than wolf spiders. Wolf spiders are usually not around water. Both can bite, but rarely bite humans. Neither is "toxic" but any insect or spider bite can cause reactions in some individuals.

But they are very scary looking.

LOL-hilarious—yet terrifying—at the same time:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoB8t0B4jx4

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