
Community identification
Brown Recluse Spider (Suspected Bite)
Loxosceles reclusa
- Order & Family
- Order: Araneae, Family: Sicariidae
- Size
- 6 to 20 millimeters in body length
Natural Habitat
Found in dark, undisturbed areas such as woodpiles, basements, attics, closets, and behind furniture.
Diet & Feeding
Insects, primarily caught using web traps or by active hunting at night.
Behavior Patterns
Solitary and nocturnal; they generally do not bite unless trapped against the skin, such as when putting on clothing or rolling over in bed.
Risks & Benefits
Bites can cause significant tissue necrosis (dermonecrotic lesions) and systemic reactions in rare cases, requiring medical attention. They help control pest insect populations.