What is Brown recluse Spider?
Brown recluse spiders have a poor rep that they don’t merit, to be honest. This spider is surrounded by more untruths than any other in the United States. The general public’s fear of this spider has been fostered by media sensationalism, medical misdiagnosis, and horror stories.
Brown recluse spiders, on the other hand, are shy and reclusive, as their name suggests. This fearful spider is programmed to flee rather than fight, however, they will bite in self-defence if disturbed.
Brown recluse spiders like dark, dry, and undisturbed environments to hide in. Basements, cartons, storage closets, clothes left on the floor, and shoes are among the places they take refuge indoors unlike other house spiders. They can be found in woodpiles, garages, and sheds outside.
How to identify Brown Recluse Spider?
Brown recluse spiders, sometimes known as violin spiders, have a dark brown violin-shaped marking on the cephalothorax, the part of the body where the legs connect. To precisely identify a recluse, look at the eye pattern, which consists of six pairs of eyes separated by a space.
Brown recluse spiders have the following characteristics
- There are six pairs of eyes (most spiders have eight eyes)
- The cephalothorax has a black violin-like form.
- Legs that are uniformly light in color (no bands or stripes)
- The colour of the abdomen is uniform, ranging from dark brown to light cream depending on what it has eaten.
- Legs with fine hairs (no spines)
- Make little webs behind objects, not in the open. Body length should be around 3/8 inch. A recluse spider is one that has a body length of more than 1/2 inch.
How to Get Rid of a Brown Recluse Spider?
There are few remedies you can try at home by yourself without anyone’s help.
- Natural Remedies
- Home Remedies
- Insecticides
Natural Remedies
Sticky traps can be placed in areas where brown recluses are known to hide, such as attics, basements, closets, and garages. There is a slew of “natural” products on the market that claim to use essential oils or powerful aromas as a natural insect repellent for spiders. Remember, though, that repelling spiders does not make them go away.
Home Remedies
You can spray any brown recluses you observe with a pest spray made of apple cider vinegar and water. However, there is no consensus as to whether this works, and vinegar is frequently recommended as a one-stop shop for all cleaning and pest control at home. Brown recluses can be killed by sprinkling diatomaceous earth on a surface, but it takes time and the spiders must come into direct touch to be harmed.
Insecticides
A pesticide is the most dependable approach to destroying brown recluse spiders. If there is an infestation, some brown recluses, especially egg-laying females, will always be able to resist sticky spider traps and diatomaceous earth. The benefits of using synthetic pesticides exceed the risks for your safety and that of your family, as long as you follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
It is best to start with the professionals. If you’ve tried and failed to solve the problem on your own, it’s time to call professionals. Your best choice is Empire Pest Control.