Bite report for Steatoda species, likely grossa
Notes: this bite was was not a full envenomation due to the fact that the spider leaked venom prior to envenomation. The spider was very hesitant to bite me, and I needed to press it into my skin several times to provoke a bite.
Time of bite: 8:30
Reason for bite: self envenomation for science and my own curiosity.
8:30 small pinch sensation frim the bite followed by pretty much nothing..
8:35 slight burning sensation in the area
8:50 a small welt forms at the bite site; so much for the myth of two fangs marks.
9:30 pain has disappeared pretty much. A small welt which is firm remains.
10:30 the area is sweaty with mild swelling and tenderness.
I will try again with another specimen for a full venom dose.
Notes: this bite was was not a full envenomation due to the fact that the spider leaked venom prior to envenomation. The spider was very hesitant to bite me, and I needed to press it into my skin several times to provoke a bite.
Time of bite: 8:30
Reason for bite: self envenomation for science and my own curiosity.
8:30 small pinch sensation frim the bite followed by pretty much nothing..
8:35 slight burning sensation in the area
8:50 a small welt forms at the bite site; so much for the myth of two fangs marks.
9:30 pain has disappeared pretty much. A small welt which is firm remains.
10:30 the area is sweaty with mild swelling and tenderness.
I will try again with another specimen for a full venom dose.
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