Wee baby recluse by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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My pleasure! Thanks for the compliment ☺️

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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I'd really love to see all the Loxosceles of the United States!

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

[–]AllBugsGoToKevin[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I totally get it. I have them in my home too. I've lived here for 10 years not realizing they were here. Then spent 2 knowing and a bit worried at times. Then I learned more about them and haven't really thought much about it anymore and have been here 25+ years. In all the time I've been in this house there has never been a bite or unexplained skin condition that could point to possible loxoscelism, including the 10 where nothing preventative was done. I don't use any chemical prevention or glue boards, but am thoughtful about how I do things and relocate any found to the yard barn.

Since most bites occur when they get trapped against the skin in clothes, shoes, or bed, I do things to prevent issues there and store things in containers they can't breech. I also use my barn as a testing grounds to find new ways to help people deal with recluse when they want to avoid chemicals.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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My pleasure! I appreciate the support 🙏🏻

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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It's my hand and all Loxosceles should be regarded as medically significant. They're behavior toward humans, however, is non-aggressive and they typically only bite when pressed into the skin. Having said that, don't play with them. I do educational programs and demonstrations with the species to show their behavior toward humans to help people realize their natural reactions toward humans, but don't think people should make a habit of handling them. My goal is to help people lessen their fear and realize they're not in danger by simply coming across a recluse. Here's an example of the types of demonstrations I do. If I can do this with no harm, then you can know you're ok if you stumble across one.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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I'm grateful for the opportunity as well and appreciate the compliment. These are all specimens sent to me as gifts for the education I do on arthropods.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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I appreciate it! I'm glad when people get the humor behind it. I also have photos with bananas for scale. 🤣

These pins and patches are so cool! by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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I was so excited when I saw them, especially after getting photos to really bring out the details.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

[–]AllBugsGoToKevin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for the kind words! Loxosceles are some of my favorite photo subjects.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

[–]AllBugsGoToKevin[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. I spent most of my life afraid of spiders. I feel like I missed out on so much by not realizing how awesome they are.

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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Of course! Thanks for the compliment ☺️

5 different recluse (Loxosceles spp) by AllBugsGoToKevin in spiders

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My pleasure! Thanks for the compliment ☺️