Arachnid
Spiders
Spiders help control other insects, but webs and sightings are unwelcome indoors — and widow and recluse spiders can deliver a medically significant bite. Where there are spiders, there's usually a food source of other insects.
How to Identify
- Eight legs and two body segments (no antennae)
- Black widows: shiny black with a red hourglass
- Brown recluses: tan with a violin-shaped marking
- Webs in corners, eaves, and undisturbed areas
Habits & Dangers
- Most species are harmless and beneficial
- Widow and recluse bites can require medical care
- Indicate a supply of prey insects nearby
- Egg sacs can produce hundreds of spiderlings
Prevention Tips
- Reduce clutter in garages, basements, and closets
- Seal cracks and install door sweeps
- Remove webs regularly
- Control the insects spiders feed on
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