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Brown recluse spider



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Brown recluse spider bite on the hand
Brown recluse spider bite on the hand


Brown recluse spider

Definition:

The bite from a brown recluse spider is poisonous.


Poisonous Ingredient:

Brown recluse spider venom


Where Found:
  • Most common in the South and Central states of the US, especially in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, eastern Texas, and Oklahoma. They have also been reported in several large cities outside this range.
  • Prefers dark, sheltered areas, such as under porches and in woodpiles.



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