Brown Recluse Spiders in Georgia Homes
How To Get Rid of Brown Recluse Spiders
Loxosceles reclusa
| Color | Black, with characteristic red "hourglass" on back |
| Legs | Eight |
| Shape | Round |
| Size | 5/8" |
| Antennae | No |
| Flight | No |
Brown recluse spiders have a characteristic dark brown violin marking on their back.
HabitsBrown recluse spiders are nocturnal and eat other bugs like cockroaches and crickets. Male brown recluse spiders wander farther than females and will crawl into shoes or other clothing.
HabitatBrown recluse spiders often live outdoors in debris and wood piles. They can be found indoors in storage areas and dark recesses.
ThreatsLike the black widow spider, the brown recluse spider bites in defense and does not bite humans instinctively. They will bite humans when the clothing they are hiding in is worn. The brown recluse spider bite is painful and can produce an open, ulcerating sore.
Brown Recluse Spiders can be found in TX, LA, AR, OK, MO, KS, NE, IA, MO, IL, IN, OH, KY, TN, MS, AL, GA
PreventionTo avoid brown recluse spiders, avoid keeping clothing on the floor. Store clothing and shoes inside plastic containers, and shake out all clothing that has been in a hamper before wearing or washing.
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