Unearth the Reality of Florida’s Venomous Spiders

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Let’s uncover the truth behind Florida’s most feared poisonous spiders!

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Florida is home to several venomous spiders, including the notorious black widow, brown recluse, and wolf spider. These creatures are known to cause severe health problems or even death in some cases.

The Black Widow

The most common venomous spider in Florida has a glossy black body with a distinctive red hourglass shape on its abdomen

The Black Widow

Its bite causes muscle cramps, spasms, abdominal pain, and other severe symptoms

The Brown Recluse

Its bite can cause necrosis, the death of cells and tissues in the affected area

The Brown Recluse

Identified by a violin-shaped mark on their body and six eyes instead of eight

The Wolf Spider

Known for its large size, can be aggressive if provoked, and its bite can lead to mild to moderate symptoms

The Wolf Spider In case of a spider bite, seek medical attention immediately

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What To Do if You Find a Spider In Your Home

You can use a cup and paper to trap the spider and release it outside gently

What To Do if You Find a Spider In Your Home

You can also use a vacuum cleaner to remove the spider but empty the vacuum outside your home.

If you have a lot of spiders in your home, it may be a sign of an insect infestation, so it’s best to call a professional pest control company to take care of the problem

What To Do if You Find a Spider In Your Home

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