Recluse Spider Identification and Control
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Recluse Spider
Loxosceles deserta
How to Identify a Recluse Spider
Recluse spiders in Utah are only found in Washington, Utah. They are 1/4 to a 1/2 of an inch long. They are tan to dark brown in color with a darker fiddle-shaped marking behind the eyes. They also have six eyes arranged in three groups of tow.
Where Do They Come From
Recluse spiders spin irregularly shaped webs in undisturbed areas. They can be found outdoors in native vegetation, pack rat dens, etc. They are seldom found indoors.
What Do They Look Like
Recluse spiders are tan to dark brown in color.
Recluse spiders have a fiddle-shaped marking behind their eyes.
They have six eyes arranged in three groups of two.
Are They Dangerous
Recluse spider bites can result in a necrotic ulcer that can take several weeks to heal. Call a physician or go to an emergency room immediately after being bitten or when symptoms develop. Bring the spider if possible for identification.
Learn more by reading our blog post: Utah Spiders: Guide to Identification and Prevention.
Name:
Loxosceles deserta
Impact:
Bite results in ulcer
Habit:
Nocturnal, meaning they are awake at night
Tips & Tricks
How To Keep Spiders Away
- Reduce other insects that serve as food.
- Prune vegetation around the building to limit the habitat.
- Recluse spiders are rarely encountered indoors.
How To Get Rid of Spiders
- Vacuum individuals that enter buildings.
- Step on, or smash individual spiders that enter buildings.
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