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Brown Recluse
Loxosceles reclusa
4
Dangerous
danger 4 out of 5
What you should know
Has a violin shape on its back and hides in boxes, closets and shoes.
Whoa
Shake out any shoe that has been sitting in a garage. That one habit prevents almost every bite.
Staying safe around it
This one is venomous, which means it can put venom into you with a bite or a sting. Never touch it, and never try to move it yourself.
Always ask a grown-up before you touch any animal or plant. If something bites or stings you, tell an adult right away.
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Read more about the brown recluse at Wikipedia.