
Community identification
Possibly a brown recluse spider
Loxosceles reclusa
- Order & Family
- Araneae; Sicariidae
- Size
- Body about 6–12 mm; leg span commonly 2–3 cm.
Natural Habitat
Dry, sheltered places such as closets, boxes, and undisturbed indoor corners; also occurs beneath debris outdoors.
Diet & Feeding
Hunts small insects and other arthropods, usually at night.
Behavior Patterns
Secretive, non-aggressive, and spends much of its time in a small, irregular retreat. The specimen’s condition and image make identification uncertain; the violin marking and eye arrangement are not visible.
Risks & Benefits
Bites are uncommon but can cause significant skin injury in some cases; seek medical care for a suspected bite with worsening symptoms. It also helps control household insects.