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Fiddleback Spider
The fiddleback, also known as a brown recluse spider, like most spiders, tries to avoid contact with humans by hiding in dark, sheltered places and being active at night. Bites from these spiders are rare and most will heal with no medical treatment.
At a Glance
Location
Midwest and South Central US
North America
North America
Habitat
Forests, deserts, grasslands, and urban areas
Diet
Insects and other invertebrates


