Brown recluse spiders, like many arachnids, have highly sensitive sensory organs on their legs that help them navigate their environments. These sensors are easily overwhelmed by strong scents.

Reactions to bites from a brown recluse, like any spider or insect, can vary. “In most cases, the bite itself is not painful, and it remains localized, healing in a few weeks,” says Gordon.

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