2023-05-02 19:55:51
Violin spiders are considered one of the most dangerous and harmful species to our health, so eliminating them is a priority. However, spray insecticide directly on the fiddler Spiders, may not be the solution. We tell you why and what to do if you see them
spiders. Without a doubt, it is one of the “bugs” that cause the most fear, even in front of the horrible cockroaches. The main difference with flat and brown insects is that spiders can attack and cause some damage, such is the case of the so-called violinists.
How do you explain the National Autonomous University of Mexicothese spiders belong to the species Loxosceles, characterized by having a violin-shaped dorsal pattern. Their favorite places are those that provide them with a good temperature, humidity and food.
Therefore, the accumulated objects, garbage and other sites, may be perfect for them. The good news is that they are nocturnal and shy… although if they feel threatened they will attack, which could end in a fatal outcome.
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Why shouldn’t we spray violinist spiders with insecticide?
Although it seems like a good idea, spraying a violinist spider with insecticide, it is not recommended. In some cases you might just stun them, and in others you’ll kill that animal, but you won’t end the underlying problem.
Undoubtedly, when we see a spider, the first thing we think about, even without identifying its species, is to eliminate it. In these cases, try step on it or crush it with a newspaper is not a good idea, as it could jump at you or scurry away.
But, waters with the insecticides. First, they can be dangerous to healtheven if they say they are not. As the National Pesticide Information Centereven low toxicity, natural or organic products can become dangerous if we come into contact with a sufficient amount.
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What does insecticide do to spiders?
Since all chemicals have dangerous and toxic potential, we must be careful when using them. Also, in the case of spiders they pose other risks.
according to biologist and arachnologist Diego Barralesbest known for his social media profile, @Arachno_Thingsal spray insecticide or fumigate our homewe will only kill some specimens, but we will not disappear all of them.
Likewise, we cause harm to other species, including birds, cats, and dogs, as well as ourselves. The recommendation against these risks is locate spiders and relocate themin this way we will not only avoid bites, but we will allow them to fulfill their role in the environment.
To achieve this, there is the infallible glass and cardboard technique: cover the spider with a glass or hard plastic or glass container and pass a piece of cardboard or cardboard under it. Take it to the garden or a place far from your home.
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Why are violinist spiders dangerous?
Although not all fiddler spider bites end in a complication, they are generally considered high risk and in need of immediate medical attention, as their venom can cause a lot of damage.
According to Ministry of Health in Mexicoits venom is capable of dissolving tissues, causing cell death, because it contains powerful enzymes that destroy everything that has proteins, with 10 times more power than sulfuric acid.
Therefore, if you suspect that you were bitten by a violinist spider, the recommendation is to wash the area with soap and water; apply ice and a cold compressive bandage, and go to the hospital or health center immediately.
Among the characteristics of such a bite are: a sore that turns purple with a pink outline, which is usually painless. Similarly, it is important not to ignore symptoms such as redness, inflammation or numbness in the area, edema, fever, tachycardia, nausea, vomiting and headache.
If you discover the spider when it attacks you, try to catch it so that the doctor can give the proper treatment.
Fiddler spiders are usually uniform brown in color, with a violin-shaped pattern on the head, legs slender to the sides, eyes in 3 pairs, tail like a compressed grape, and velvety in texture.
In general, these are arthropods with a tendency to flee, so bites are usually an accident, that is, when we get dressed, when we put on our shoes or if the spider passes through our bed while we sleep.
Although we have the idea that to keep insects or spiders away, it is best to use products to eliminate them, let’s not forget that they also have a function.
The best recommendation is keep your home clean, avoid debris and accumulated things; check our closet, shake shoes and clothes before using them, in addition to separating the beds from the walls.
If despite this you do not feel safe, there are other remedies to drive them away. yes, remember never spray insecticides directly and reduce the risk to your health.
If you want to know more about the fiddler spiders We invite you to watch the next video:
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