Andrew J Parnell

Jan 27, 2025 | mdpi.com | Nicholas Richards |Ali Alqallaf |Robert Mitchell |Andrew J Parnell

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Aug 15, 2023 | mdpi.com | Nicholas Richards |Robert Mitchell |Andrew J Parnell |Ali Alqallaf

1. IntroductionThe Indian ornamental tarantula (also known as Indian ornamental tree spider) (Poecilotheria regalis) (hereafter, referred as, P. regalis) is native to several regions of India and is recognised as being medically important to humans [1]. Previous studies of envenomations from venomous animals in South India note bites from this species cause inflammation, pain, and swelling [2,3]. In addition to injuries from wild spiders, some case studies report bites from P.