The prosoma is light brown with lateral dark brown stripes and the opisthosoma has a dark brown central stripe. Metepeira arizonica. The spider then casts sticky silk to trap them and injects them with venom before eating them. The males are about half the size of the females. Their eyes are some of the best of all arthropods and are relied upon heavily in hunting, navigation, and even courtship for some species. These are the Apache, the desert, and the blanda. Despite their venom not being dangerous to humans, the tarantulas here in the Americas have an additional defense: urticating hairs. Edwards GB, Marshall S. 2002. What they look like: Hobo spiders are tannish-brown and the top of the spider may look mottled, with darker and lighter spots, Potzler says. (web dusted with corn starch for photography). Technically, there are three species of brown spiders here. Brown widow spiders feed on insects or just about whatever they can catch in their webs. The egg sac is commonly attached to a leave or twig near the edge of the web (Evans 2008). Leucauge species can be differentiated from other tetragnathids by their oval bodies and reddish-orange triangular markings (Figure 3) on the ventral aspect (underside) of the abdomen. Epeira venusta Walckenaer, 1841 are somewhat similar to jor spiders and may be confused with them. However, the spider's coloring can and does darken over time and the pattern may become obscured. Contributors own the copyright to and are solely responsible for contributed content.Click the contributor's name for licensing and usage information. 1841. 2017). Hoebeke, E. R., W. Huffmaster, and B. J. Freeman. After reaching adulthood, the brown widow spiders mate. Last accessed 8 March 2022. In order to avoid this, its best to know where to look so you dont disturb them! The base of the violin mark is at the front of the carapace and the "neck" of the violin extends backward toward the abdomen. Habitat. 363 pp. American Museum Novitates 1487: 1-52. Tampa, Florida. Exline H, Levi HW. Archer AF. Metepeira crassipes 30. The Black Widow is a common name that refers to a few different species in the genus Latrodectus. They especially like dark places, like empty pots, garages, woodpiles, patio furniture, and abandoned cars. Additionally, the legs are brown with orange bands and have exaggerated hair brushes on legs I, II, and IV that look like fuzzy leg warmers. All rights reserved. Biology of Spiders. However, based on significant differences in DNA barcoding of populations, Ballesteros and Hormiga (2018) have proposed restricting the name venusta to temperate populations (Canada and U.S. north of Florida) and removing argyrobapta from junior synonymy to designate Florida populations from those throughout the remaining range of distribution to Brazil, which apparently comprise a cryptic species. Arizona Labyrinth Orb-Weaver 29. $ 934.726. World Publications. Both black and yellow and banded garden spiders have prosomas covered in dense, silvery hair, similar to jor spiders. There are other, similar types of spiders not belonging to the same genus, such as the noble false widow and the false black widow. [4] They are venomous spiders known for their bite, which sometimes produces a characteristic set of symptoms known as loxoscelism . The species was suggested as a model organism to track the impacts of climate change as it is expected to continue to move northward as average temperatures increase. Other spider species lay smooth, round egg sacs. Little is known about the venom and bite of the lesser-known species of brown spiders. Epeira hortorum Hentz, 1847 Powell EC, Taylor LA. The bright green color helps the green lynx to blend with its environment in order to stalk its small insect prey. These spiders are often confused with spiders in the genus Araneus; however, these spiders have a longitudinal groove in their carapace that distinguishes them. We use cookies to personalise content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyse our traffic. An etymological dictionary of North American spider genus names. L. geometricus is slightly smaller[4] and generally lighter in color than the black widow species; the color can range from tan to dark brown to black, with shades of grey also possible. Trichonephila clavipes. Five species occur in North America: black and yellow garden spiders (A. aurantia) and banded garden spiders (A trifasciata) occur across the United States, including Pennsylvania; silver garden spiders (A. argentata) are found in southern California, Texas, and Florida; Florida garden spiders (A. florida) are found from North Carolina south to Florida); and Argiope blanda are restricted to southern Texas. These spiders occasionally find their way inside structures or buildings and can also present a risk to indoor workers including machine operators, janitors, and cashiers ( Bureau of Labor Statistics Monthly Review - Insects bites, stings cause thousands of workplace injuries ). Species delimitation of the North American orchard-spider. In some specimens the mid-dorsal and dorsolateral lines are connected by transverse lines of varying thickness. Brown widows can be located by finding their egg sacs, which are easily identifiable. Brown recluse spiders mature in about a year and have an average lifespan of 2 to 4 years. 1835. Between 201422, Jor spiders spread outward in all directions from the location they were initially found by 5080 miles, or about 10 miles per year. All rights reserved. Burning Violin: The Medically Important Spider Genus, Last edited on 29 November 2022, at 02:51, List of spiders associated with cutaneous reactions, "Why We Should All Celebrate Save a Spider Day", "Myth of the Brown Recluse: Fact, Fear, and Loathing", "NMR-spectroscopic screening of spider venom reveals sulfated nucleosides as major components for the brown recluse and related species", "An infestation of 2,055brown recluse spiders (Araneae: Sicariidae) and no envenomations in a Kansas home: implications for bite diagnoses in nonendemic areas". Latrodectus geometricus. 1841. Additionally, Argiope species usually build a stablementum, which is an obvious pattern, often zigzags, which has an unknown function, into their webs while Trichonephila species do not (Figure 11). (Spider removed from web for photography). Disclaimer: Dedicated naturalists volunteer their time and resources here to provide this service. Our First Loxosceles. The spiders normal defense against predators is to escape. As such, it is a 'cousin' to the more infamous Latrodectus mactans (black widow). They are opportunistic omnivores, feeding on a wide range of foods from fungi to small insects. Nephila clavipes (Araneae: Nephilidae): A model species for monitoring climate change in the Southeastern United States. 6 eyes in three groups of two. Figure 11. 1999. Particulates are strained out by hairs on the endites and chelicerae. As a spider that is attracted to dry and humid environments, it thrives on the prickly-pear plants of Southern California. Scientific name: Trichonephila clavata L. Koch, 1878. [8] Most Loxosceles can live for one and a half to two years. WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Like all spiders, they are predators that feed on insects and other arthropods, so will necessarily feed on native species. 2022. The legs of the green lynx are more yellowish than the rest of the body and covered in short black spines. Recluse spider. Luckily, their bright colors and a banded silk pattern, called a stabilimentum, helps make them more visible to prevent larger animals or people from accidentally destroying their webs. Spotted Orb Weavers 2021. Leucauge venusta, is found from Canada southward throughout the eastern half of the U.S.to Georgia with a small disjunct population in southern California. The striped bark scorpion can be recognized by two broad, black bands along the top of its abdomen. Field Guide to Insects and Spiders of North America. Color can vary from yellowish to light tan in adults of the species while younger striped bark scorpions are darker in color. Banded Garden Spider 27. Available online. Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. These spiders spin small, irregular webs underneath bark and stones. The species of recluse spider that we have here in the park is Loxosceles blanda. The vinegaroon has no stinger, but its whip-like tail sprays an acidic solvent that can eat through the exoskeleton of other insects and smells remarkably like vinegar. Dark, dingy areas like basements, cellars, and cupboards. Spiders: The brown widow spider belongs to the Latrodectus genus of spiders, which are known as the true widow spiders. Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. They are, however, capable of inflicting a painful bite. lvarez-Padilla F, Hormiga G. 2011. - Loxosceles blanda - White's City, Eddy County, New Mexico, USA September 9, 2005 Size: half inch, more or less Found this spider under a railroad tie just before sunset. Common Predators. This spider is relatively abundant in its specified areas and can oftentimes be found with little effort. Recluse spiders because of their shy nature. Figure 5. 6. Spider venom poses the greatest threat to small children. "Spider Eat Spider": The predatory behavior of, World Spider Catalog. 1951. Breen RG. Chap. After hatching, they leave their original web. Arachnids are a class of arthropods that contain some large orders such as spider, ticks/mites, harvestmen, scorpions, and more. Image Source: bugguide.net, inaturalist.org, bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com. The prosoma is light brown with lateral dark brown stripes and the opisthosoma has a dark brown central stripe. University of Florida circular EENY-229. C. Brown Company. The bite of any spider has the potential to be dangerous. (Spider removed from web for photography). Studies in the orbweaving spiders (Argiopidae). Giant Crab spiders are another common name for Huntsman spiders in the family Sparassidae. According to Dimitrov and Hormiga (2010), Linyphia (Leucauge) argyrobapta is the type species of the genus Leucauge. New York, NY. Light manipulation by guanine crystals in organisms: biogenic scatterers, mirrors, multilayer reflectors and photonic crystals. Selenops actophilus United States (Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas) and Mexico. While the iconic Brown Recluse does have part of its natural range in Texas, it does not actually extend this far west. The brown widow spider is thought to come from either South America or Africa, but no one knows for sure. There is an open area between the hub and the sticky spirals that contains only radii (Figure 14). Prior to 2000, the species was not recorded north of southern North Carolina. Note trichobothria. 1, p. 13. Female spiders lay a single egg sac which contains 400500 eggs, which is usually attached to bark, leaves, or human structures. Photograph by Paul Scott via iNaturalist, used under a CC BY-NC 4.0 license. Olios giganteus There are also proximal (close to the body) double rows of trichobothria (vibration-sensitive bristles) on the hind legs (Levi and Hormiga 2017) (Figure 4). 2006, Camillo and Brescovit 1999, Powell and Taylor 2017). Zoological Society of the Linnean Society 162: 713-879. (Figure 2). The molted (shed) skins of the brown recluse have a distinct outstretched appearance and can be useful in confirming infestation. In Japan, spiderlings emerge in early June and usually go relatively unnoticed. They can be distinguished from insects by having 4 pairs of legs, no antennae, a cephalothorax & abdomen, and chelicerae instead of mandibles. Featured Creatures: golden silk spider. 1. [13] The venom of several species is capable of producing necrotic lesions that are slow to heal and may require skin grafts. Jor spiders are large, introduced spiders. Are Brown Widow Spiders Displacing Black Widows? A barrier web beneath the orb is constructed of randomly-oriented threads (Levi 1980) (Figure 15). Note the smaller size and brown coloration compared to females. If control is desired, individual spiders can be removed manually, either by hand or by striking them with a stick or other object. They also have stripes on their legs. Last accessed 8 March 2022. [9][10] While certainly not definitive, this evidence does suggest that the brown widow is likely to be more hostile and aggressive towards its relative, the black widow, than the black widow is towards it. Giant Crab Spider They look pretty hairy and have spiny hairs coming. In addition to the reddish-orange triangular ventral areas, there are dorsolateral reddish-orange spots near the end of the abdomen (Figure 9). The abdomen is silvery-white with dark mid-dorsal (middle of the back), dorsolateral (area where back and sides of body meet), and lateral lines that run parallel for nearly the full length of the abdomen (Figure 8). The ventral reddish-orange area on males is shaped more like a transverse band (Figure 5). Spiders in Florida citrus groves. Leucauge (Argyroepeira) mabelae Archer, 1951 The spiders themselves are reluctant biters and it can be difficult to make them bite you even when the spiders are handled. However, some varieties from Northern Mexico are easier to identify due to their unique color pattern. Dermonecrotic the uncommon, "classic" recluse bite, producing a necrotic skin lesion. Orchard orbweaver, Leucauge argyrobapta (White), web associated with web of Trichonephila (Nephila) clavipes (Linnaeus). [4] Mere toxicity of the venom is not the only factor in dangerousness. The Florida Entomologist 58(2): 83-90. U.S. STD Cases Increased During COVIDs 2nd Year, Have IBD and Insomnia? Cephalothorax (front section of body with head) with a dark brown, violin-shaped marking on top. Adult male jor spiders are much smaller and duller in color compared to females, with a body length of only 0.3 inches (Figure 3). The legs of mature male cupboard spiders are usually lighter in color than those of females. Orchard orbweaver, Leucauge argyrobapta (White). The female will often kill the male a common practice among widow spiders, and how they got their name. If so, this may actually result in fewer reports of toxic spider bites. Two types of poisonous spiders are found in the state: the black widow spider and the brown spider. Note reddish-orange transverse band. (L. blanda): Western Texas. American Arachnological Society. These spiders in the genus Argiope are known for weaving large orb webs, often low enough that you could walk through them. All rights reserved. Mayfield Publishing. Figure 6. Black widow antivenom (also called antivenin) has been reported to work for brown widow bites. Chap. Dimitrov D, Hormiga G. 2010. Histoire naturelle des insectes. Sicariidae are of the superfamily Scytodoidea. 2021. [2], As of 2012, researchers at the University of California, Riverside, suggested that the brown widow spider, newly established in Southern California, may in fact be displacing black widow spiders from the region, competing and/or fighting for territory. Black Widows Photograph by Denis via iNaturalist, used under a CC BY-NC 4.0 license. (web misted with water for photography). The most iconic Giant Crab spider here in the states is Olios giganteus. As its name suggests, it is found primarily in the state of Arizona. "University of Florida IFAS: "Common Name: Brown Widow Spider. Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. The Rhomphaea predators fold their legs, remain motionless and resemble pieces of debris in the webs - probably as a defense against their own predators. To predigest the prey tissues, the spider pumps digestive enzymes onto the prey body. Howard Frank, Lisa Taylor and Eleanor Phillips reviewed this article and offered helpful suggestions. Sporadic records from other locations only represent incidental introductions, not established populations. They're usually yellowish-brown with a dirty white, elongated abdomen with spots. Spiderlings are bright orange immediately after birth. How to Know the Spiders.1st Ed. About 15% of brown widow spider bites are dry, which means they contained no venom. Jor spiders are native to Asia, including Japan (excluding Hokkaido), North and South Korea, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, and India (Figure 4). Like the black widow species in the United States, L. geometricus has a prominent hourglass-shaped marking on the underside of the abdomen; the brown widow's hourglass, however, is usually a vivid orange or a yellowish color. About 66% of necrotic bite lesions heal with no complications. Control measures have not yet been developed for jor spiders. Normally the bite symptoms are localized, but this spider group's bites may sometimes cause systemic reactions such as anemia, blood in the urine, fever, rash, nausea, vomiting and even coma in very rare instances. The United States, ranging throughout New Mexico to Texas as well as Mexico, Dark, dingy areas like basements, cellars, and cupboards. New York, N.Y. 497 pp. Historically, the distribution of Leucauge venusta (Walckenaer) was considered to range from Canada to Brazil. Argyroepeira hortorum Emerton, 1884 Other Characteristic Features: Its six eyes are divided into three sets close to its head. 2017. While their common name might not be the most creative, the etymology behind the name for the genus is more interesting. 220 pp. Leucauge argyra is restricted to central and southern Florida in the U.S. (Levi 1980). They are largely nocturnal and hunt using their large, forward facing eyes to attack their prey. Similar widows include the L. rhodesiensis, a brown-colored relative of L. geometricus which is native to Zimbabwe. The Arizona brown spider is a member of the Sicariidae family. Spiders of the Eastern United States: a Photographic Guide. Wm. The most iconic Giant Crab spider here in the states is, Named for the bright green color of its body, the green lynx spider can be found hidden among flower blossoms. The digested tissue fluids are then sucked out through the hole leaving the empty exoskeleton of the prey (Foelix 2011) which may appear shriveled (Figure 22). 10477 Highway 90 West Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. Approximate distribution map for the orchard orbweavers, Leucauge argyrobapta (White) and Leucauge venusta (Walckenaer). Florida's Fabulous Spiders. Brown widows are commonly preyed upon by different types of wasps, including mud daubers and digger wasps. Photo by Kimberly R Fleming, via iNaturalist, used under a CC BY-NC 4.0 license. There are several species of widow spiders in the United States, including the northern and southern black widow and the red widow. Spider . 1975. The legs are black with yellow bands (Figure 1). This guide covers species in about . Palo Alto, California. 2013). Trichonephila clavipes. Emerton, J. H. (1884, p. 332). The orchard orbweavers, Leucauge argyrobapta (White) ( Figure 1) and Leucauge venusta (Walckenaer), are attractive small spiders and collectively are some of the most common spiders in the eastern U.S. The Brown Widow in Southern California. Figure 3. L. geometricus has black and white patterns on the sides of its abdomen as well as an orange-yellow . Figure 17. Last accessed 8 March 2022. Photograph by Lyle J. Buss, University of Florida. Latrodectus geometricus, commonly known as the brown widow,[2][3] brown button spider, grey widow, brown black widow,[3] house button spider or geometric button spider, is one of the widow spiders in the genus Latrodectus. If you need expert professional advice, contact your local extension office. There are actually three different types of venomous brown spiders found in New Mexico, which are the blanda, apache, and desert. Figure 20. 160 pp. Immagure black and yellow garden spider sitting on top of a stablementum. Figure 19. Body length of the female is 3/8 inch; length of the male 5/16 inch. All three species look similar. pp. Figure 9. The following people should seek emergency care after a spider bite: Getting rid of brown widow spiders is similar to getting rid of other spiders. The big bend recluse spider is a member of the family of Sicariidae spiders. Everything else copyright 2003-2023 Iowa State University, unless otherwise noted. Note the smaller size and brown coloration compared to females. Range of golden silk orb-weavers in North and Central America. 2004. Dark green shows areas they are more commonly found, while light green shows areas with only scattered records. In addition to lacking venom glands, this order of arachnids also do not produce silk, and therefore do not make webs. Recluse spiders are known for their necrotic venom, though most bites resolve themselves without significant medical intervention. Vetter, R. 2003. Synonyms for Leucauge venusta (Walckenaer): The egg sacs of the green lynx can contain from 150 to 600 eggs. Leucauge argyrobapta (White) female (underside). Distribution. American arachnologist duo Willis John Gertsch and Franklin Ennik first described this spider in 1983. Levi HW, Levi LR. Nephila clavata L Koch, the Joro Spider of East Asia, newly recorded from North America (Araneae: Nephilidae). Three male jor spiders in the web of a female. [2] The LD50 of L. geometricus venom has been measured in mice as 0.43mg/kg,[11] and separately again as 0.43mg/kg (with a 95% confidence interval of 0.310.53).[12]. 1962. Figure 22. Named for the bright green color of its body, the green lynx spider can be found hidden among flower blossoms. Trichonephila clavata. Webs have a central hub of loops. Map based on Encyclopedia of Life (2018) map, Ballesteros and Hormiga 2018, and Levi 1980. doi.org/10.1111/phen.12385. Dictionary of Word Roots and Combining Forms. Biodiversity Explorer: Family Sicariidae. Buschini MLT, Niesing F, Wolff LL. Female orchard orbweaver, Leucauge argyrobapta (White). However, the opisthosomas are less cylindrical and differently patterned: black and yellow in black and yellow garden spiders (Figure 9) and striped with yellow, black, and silver in banded garden spiders (Figure 10). Other families in the Scytodoidea include Drymusidae, Scytodidae, and Periegopidae. Spiders in the genus Rhomphaea (Theridiidae) (formerly included in the genus Argyrodes [Exline and Levi 1962]) are predatory on other spiders and sometimes wander onto the webs of other spiders and eat the resident spider (Agnarsson and Levi 2017, Whitehouse 1987). [10], Like all Latrodectus species, L.geometricus has a neurotoxic venom. The sphecid (mud dauber) wasps, Trypoxylon lactitarse Saussure, which most commonly preys on orbweavers in the family Araneidae and Sceliphron caementarium (Drury), which is a generalist predator on spiders belonging to several families have been reported to occasionally provision their nests with Leucauge species including Leucauge venusta (Culin and Robertson 2003, Buschini et al. Also, only the adult female brown widow spiders bite. Rarely, the venom is carried by the bloodstream, causing red blood cell destruction. Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). Available online. The name orchard orbweaver is the common name accepted by the American Arachnological Society Committee on Common Names of Arachnids (Breen 2003 . Banded garden spider. Arachnids are a class of arthropods that contain some large orders such as spider, ticks/mites, harvestmen, scorpions, and more. Violin or Fiddleback Spiders because some species have a violin-like mark on the top of the cephalothorax. After the tissues are completely liquefied, the resulting liquid is pumped into the stomach by alternate contracting and relaxing of the stomach muscles. The contractions of the stomach are also responsible for distributing the nutrients throughout the spiders body (Cushing 2017). Available online. Webs and Prey Capture: Silk for the webs is spun by spinnerets at the tip of the abdomen (Figure 12). Western Black Widow 11. Explanation of Names. Figure 18. Children, older adults, and people with cardiovascular problems, Anyone showing other symptoms, such as severe abdominal pain, a growing wound at the bite site, or difficulty breathing, Anyone who has reason to believe they were bitten by a widow or brown recluse another common type of poisonous spider. The exact dividing line (and possible overlap) of the distributions of the two species is unknown. The specific epithet argyrobapta is from Greek roots that literally mean baptized with silver (Borror 1960). However, both species are most commonly found in shrubby meadows and along woodland edges (Evans 2008). Additionally, these spiders are not aggressive and are reclusive by nature--often times people can exist in close proximity with recluse spiders and never receive a bite. Immature and male brown widow spiders don't bite at all. They are especially noticeable when the adult females are active during the late summer and fall. Ballesteros JA, Hormiga G. 2018. "UC Riverside Center for Invasive Species Research: "Brown Widow Spider.". Recluse Spiders [12] Recent research has indicated the venom is composed largely of sulfated nucleosides, though these compounds are relatively new discoveries, so little is known about them. The Black Widow is a common name that refers to a few different species in the genus. It is brown in color with a characteristic dark violin-shaped (or fiddle-shaped) marking on its head and has six equal-sized eyes (most spiders have eight eyes). They resemble a sandspur, having pointed projections all over,[4] and they are sometimes described as "tufted", "fluffy",[4] or "spiky" in appearance. Back to Insects 2012. Jor spiders are a newly introduced species, so their impact is unclear. We strive to provide accurate information, but we are mostly just amateurs attempting to make sense of a diverse natural world. . Texas species of tarantula generally remain in burrows and their bite is painful, but not harmful to humans. Wolf spiders are active hunters; they rarely create burrows or spin webs. Their large, forward-facing eyes, coupled with their impressive leaping ability make them highly successful at catching their prey. The impact of jor spiders on the environment and native species is not yet known. Although there are suspected variations in virulence among the species, all Loxosceles spiders should be considered potentially capable of producing dermonecrosis to some extent. (Arachnids Submitted as Suspected Brown Recluse Spiders (Araneae: Sicariidae): Loxosceles Spiders Are Virtually Restricted to Their Known Distributions but Are Perceived to Exist Throughout the United States by Rick Vetter), This image shows the eye arrangement of brown spiders, http://www.xs4all.nl/~ednieuw/Spiders/Agelenidae/BennettVetterCFP.pdf, http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7468.html, Brown Recluse Spiders in Colorado: Recognition and Spiders of Similar Appearance, Spiders of North America: An Identification Manual, National Audubon Society Field Guide to Insects and Spiders, Borror and DeLong's Introduction to the Study of Insects. [8] The total volume of venom is minute (only 2micrograms injected out of 4microliters in the venom glands). The most distinctive mark is the darker violin shape on top of the carapace. Youre Not Alone, Pesticide in Produce: See the Latest Dirty Dozen, Having A-Fib Might Raise Odds for Dementia, New Book: Take Control of Your Heart Disease Risk, MINOCA: The Heart Attack You Didnt See Coming, Health News and Information, Delivered to Your Inbox. 64 pp. Although several species of tarantula are native to the US, their bite is not considered to be a threat to humans. New England spiders of the family Epeiridae. Many people fear tarantulas because of their large size. Immature jor spiders rarely make a stablementum and adults never do, so the presence of a stablemenum in an orb web can help identify the maker of the web. The name is a combination of two Greek words, selene- meaning moon/crescent, and -ops meaning eye. 2005 - 2023 WebMD LLC, an Internet Brands company. Harvestmen are also an ancient order of arachnids, with fossilized specimens from 410 million years ago appearing similar to their modern counterparts, suggesting that they have been on land for even longer. Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. Figure 3. A preliminary field guide for Spiders of Hong Kong All 129 1 Sort Grid Card Giant Crab Spider 1 Heteropoda venatoria Agelena 2 Pholcus 3 Gray Wall Jumper 4 Menemerus bivittatus Giant Golden Orb-weaving Spider 5 Nephila pilipes Fishing Spiders 6 Dolomedes Striped Lynx Spider 7 Oxyopes salticus pirate wolf spiders 8 Pirata Dome Web Spider 9 Photograph by Donald W. Hall, University of Florida. [14], The Chilean recluse (L.laeta) supposedly has a more potent venom, which results in systemic involvement more often. Female and male cupboard spiders. Native range of jor spiders, based on records from iNaturalist and Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). 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