Update
In August 2018, another hoax warning about a new and supposedly deadly “spider from hell” began circulating via Facebook. The “spider from hell” message is not related to the older hoax I discuss below. You can read about the new hoax in a separate report here.
Outline
Circulating message warns you to watch out for a very dangerous ‘new known spider’ that is spreading across Australia. The message includes a picture of the spider along with a series of images supposedly depicting a wound caused by a bite from one of the spiders.
Brief Analysis
At least for Australia, the claims in the warning are untrue. The spider shown in the message is a Brown Recluse. Brown Recluse spiders are not spreading across Australia as claimed. The spider and wound images in the message are derived from a much earlier spider-warning message set in the United States. Sending on this bogus warning will help nobody.
Example
Has been found all over Eastern Aust and heading to WA.Looks similar to a huntsman.
This spider is in all states so watchout.Not a good look!!
Please take note of this spider – it is very dangerous.
Please warn kids and send to every one you know to alert them as well!
This spider is breeding at a rate of speed and is found in more and more houses!!!!
Please ensure all the family takes a good look at this spider……….
maybe some should not look at the photos of the person who got bitten on the thumb and the end result…….
but take note of what the spider looks like. If it looks like a huntsman and you are not sure……….
unfortunately, but for your safety’s sake……..KILL IT!!!!
Note that the message includes a series of gory images showing a wound to a person’s hand that was supposedly caused by a bite from the spider. Original Source : https://www.hoax-slayer.com/new-known-spider-hoax.shtml