Arizona species
Desert recluse
Loxosceles deserta
Moderate
How to identify
- Plain tan body.
- Long thin legs.
- Six eyes arranged in pairs.
- Faint violin mark can be missing.
- Size
- Body: about 0.3 to 0.5 inch.
- Habitat
- Debris, boxes, dry sheltered spaces and packrat nests.
- Where in Arizona
- Native to low desert Arizona.
Look-alikes
Prevention
- Seal gaps around doors and windows.
- Wear gloves when moving stored items.
- Keep boxes off the floor.
- Reduce clutter near walls.
Call Hydra for repeated sightings in storage areas. Recluse bites can be serious, contact your doctor or Arizona Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 after a suspected bite.
When to call Hydra
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Frequently asked questions
Is the violin mark reliable?
No. The mark can be faint or absent, and look-alikes may have similar markings.
Do desert recluses chase people?
No. They are shy and usually hide in undisturbed spaces.