But before you enter "panic mode" and drum up visceral scenarios of the U.S.'s most venomous spider, aka brown recluse spider ...

This is because spiders become more active in autumn as they venture out of hiding to search for mates. If you happen to live ...

What they look like: The brown recluse is a brown spider with a distinct “violin-shaped marking” on the top of its head and down its back, Potzler says. They also have six eyes instead of the ...

The name “brown recluse” conjures up nightmarish visuals for a majority of the population, and not only for those who have arachnophobia. This unique spider is found in 16 states, most of which are in ...

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In the U.S., there are two types of spiders that can cause severe reactions: the brown recluse and black widow. To be certain you aren’t dealing with a serious reaction, ask yourself if it’s ...

While the brown recluse has been found outside of these states, sightings are rare, and these spiders are not native to territories that don’t suit their needs like the South and Midwest do.