The Mediterranean recluse spider (Loxosceles rufescens) is a species of spider that originated in the Mediterranean region as its name implies, but can now be found in many parts of the world and is listed as one of the most invasive spiders worldwide. Usually dwelling in caves, this species will also inhabit basements and tunnels. The spider hunts at night and eats insects including silverfish and cockroaches, and they usually target smaller species.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
Venomous. The note covers its whole genus. Recluse spiders; necrotic bite Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Loxosceles apachea — venomous
- Loxosceles tenochtitlan — venomous
- Loxosceles devia — venomous
- Loxosceles amazonica — venomous
- Loxosceles hirsuta — venomous
- Loxosceles deserta — venomous
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Sicariidae
- Genus
- Loxosceles
- Species
- Loxosceles rufescens
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