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Brown Recluse

Loxosceles reclusa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Sicariidae ›Genus: Loxosceles

About

The brown recluse, Loxosceles reclusa, Sicariidae (formerly placed in a family "Loxoscelidae") is a recluse spider with a necrotic venom. Similar to other recluse spider bites, their bite sometimes requires medical attention. The brown recluse is one of three spiders (the others being black widow and Loxosceles laeta, the Chilean recluse) with medically significant venom in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown Recluse?
The scientific name of Brown Recluse is Loxosceles reclusa.
What kingdom does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the family Sicariidae.
What genus does Brown Recluse belong to?
Brown Recluse belongs to the genus Loxosceles.