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Southwestern trapdoor spider

Southwestern trapdoor spider

Eucteniza relata

A species of Eucteniza

The southwestern trapdoor spider (Eucteniza relata) looks like a large, tarantula-like spider, but it's not aggressive toward humans. It's typically found in low-elevation habitats, including deserts and dry forests. It creates silk-lined burrows with a heavy trapdoor structure at the stop, which is how it gets its name.

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Bite Humans
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Attributes of Southwestern trapdoor spider
Colors
Black
Habitat
residential lawn; park; ranch
Adult Food Sources
Insects, arthropods, flies, ant-like insects, small beetles
Larva Food Source
Small insects, mites, springtails, fly larvae, juvenile arthropods
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
The Southwestern trapdoor spider can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Predatory
The Southwestern trapdoor spider typically preys on other arthropods and does not directly affect plants.
Biting animal or pet
Yes
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Species Status of Southwestern trapdoor spider
It is found in the United States and Mexico.
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Distribution Area of Southwestern trapdoor spider
Texas
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Adult Size of Southwestern trapdoor spider
3.5 - 12 cm
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Interesting Facts About Southwestern trapdoor spider
Despite their daunting appearance, southwestern trapdoor spider are architects of intricate silk-lined burrows with trapdoors, camouflaged to blend seamlessly into their surroundings.
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Scientific Classification of Southwestern trapdoor spider
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Youth Habitat of Southwestern trapdoor spider
Deserts and Arid Regions, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Southwestern trapdoor spider
Deserts and Arid Regions, Grasslands and Prairies
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How Can You Attract Southwestern trapdoor spider
Insects or small invertebrates that are natural prey for southwestern trapdoor spider.
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How and Where Can You Find Southwestern trapdoor spider at Different Life Stages
Juvenile Southwestern trapdoor spider spiderlings are small and often found close to where the mother's burrow is located. Search for them by examining the ground around known southwestern trapdoor spider habitats and looking for miniature burrows or silk threads that can indicate their presence.
Southwestern trapdoor spider juveniles are larger than spiderlings and may start to create their own burrows. Seek them out by spotting small funnel-shaped structures at the entrance of burrows in sandy or soft soils, which are characteristic of southwestern trapdoor spider burrows at this stage.
Adult Adult southwestern trapdoor spider are more reclusive and can be found within their burrows. Locate them by identifying well-established burrows with silk-covered entrances and nocturnally monitoring them with a flashlight. Gentle excavation near suspected burrow entrances can sometimes reveal the presence of an southwestern trapdoor spider. Caution is advised to avoid harming southwestern trapdoor spider or its habitat.
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The southwestern trapdoor spider can cause toxic reactions with a wide range of severity. However, the toxins are typically targeted at their prey and predators. They are usually not fatal to humans.

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Are Southwestern trapdoor spider harmful to humans?

This family of spiders (Wafer-lid trapdoor spiders) usually do not bite, and may only bite when they feel coerced. They are very toxic, harmless to humans, and generally not considered dangerous organisms.
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Toxic to Animals

Southwestern trapdoor spider has a mild level of toxicity that is typically delivered through biting with its fangs. While the venom can affect various animals, the intensity of the reaction varies. Humans, along with pets such as dogs and cats, might experience mild discomfort, swelling or pain at the site of the bite. The severity is often low in these larger animals, causing minimal harm. Smaller creatures like insects can suffer more due to the relative potency of venom in their smaller bodies; however, it rarely causes any fatal outcomes.

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Bite Humans

Southwestern trapdoor spider typically do not exhibit biting behavior towards humans, as such incidents are not characteristic of this species. If bites occur, they are generally mild and are a result of defense mechanisms when threatened rather than aggressive tendencies.

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