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Chilean recluse spider

Loxosceles laeta

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About

The Chilean recluse spider (Loxosceles laeta) is a species in the genus Loxosceles. Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Europe (Finland, Italy, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Ecuador).

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇫🇮 Finland 🇮🇹 Italy 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)
Class
Arachnida (แมง)
Order
Araneae (แมงมุม)
Family
Sicariidae
Genus
Loxosceles
Species
Loxosceles laeta (Chilean recluse spider)

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violin spiders
Loxosceles rufescens
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chilean recluse spider?
The scientific name of Chilean recluse spider is Loxosceles laeta. It belongs to the genus Loxosceles.
Where does Chilean recluse spider live?
Chilean recluse spider is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Finland, Italy, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Ecuador).. Countries include Canada, Ecuador, Finland, Italy, Sweden, United States.
What family does Chilean recluse spider belong to?
Chilean recluse spider (Loxosceles laeta) belongs to the genus Loxosceles, which is part of the taxonomic family Sicariidae.
What kingdom does Chilean recluse spider belong to?
Chilean recluse spider (Loxosceles laeta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Chilean recluse spider?
The closest relatives of Chilean recluse spider in the genus Loxosceles include violin spiders.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Loxosceles — 2 Species

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violin spiders
Loxosceles rufescens
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Chilean recluse spider
Loxosceles laeta
NE
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