The myth stating that the Daddy Long Legs was among the most poisonous in the world has been circulating around the internet (and between friends) for years now. Below are some example of this myth that have been going around.
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The most poisonous animal, believe it or not, is the daddy long legs, however, it’s mouth is so small, it cannot bite us. [1]
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Daddy-Longlegs are one of the most poisonous spiders, but their fangs are too short to bite humans. [2]
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Daddy longlegs, also known as granddaddy longlegs or harvestmen, are the most venomous spiders in the world. We're only safe from their bite, we are told, because their fangs are too small and weak to break through human skin. [3]