Giant spiderweb cloaks land in Aitoliko, Greece
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The huge web covers a large area of greenery near a lagoon
Warmer weather conditions in western Greece have led to the eerie spectacle of a 300m-long spiderweb in Aitoliko.
A vast area of greenery has been covered by the web, reports the .
Experts say it is a seasonal phenomenon, caused by Tetragnatha spiders, which can build large nests for mating.
An increase in the mosquito population is also thought to have contributed to the rise in the number of spiders.
High temperatures and plenty of food helped create ideal conditions for the creation of the super-web
Maria Chatzaki, professor of molecular biology and genetics at Democritus University of Thrace, Greece said high temperatures, sufficient humidity and food created the ideal conditions for the species to reproduce in large numbers.
: "It's as if the spiders are taking advantage of these conditions and are having a kind of a party. They mate, they reproduce and provide a whole new generation.
"These spiders are not dangerous for humans and will not cause any damage to the area's flora.
"The spiders will have their party and will soon die."
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