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Most are not but one member of the genus, the hobo spider, is considered to be 'medically significant'.

Funnel Spiders in Australian, unlike their North American cousin are very poisonous and can cause serious illness and in some cases death. If bitten, an anti-venom is needed.

The poison is more toxic to humans (primates) than other mammals. Cats and dogs, if bitten, appear to have some for of immunity to the poison. -------------------- The Sydney Funnel-Web's venom is the second deadliest spider venom in the world. It's known to kill in under a hour after the bite. However, they've created an anti-venom.

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