Sac Spider

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Actual Size: 1/4″

Characteristics: Beige or pale yellow in color. It does not have distinguishing markings, but its front legs are longer than the rest of its legs.

Habits:

  • It is often shipped in agricultural products such as grapes and can make its way into homes on produce.
  • The sac spider earns its name by building small tube or sac-like nests.
  • Sac spiders are probably responsible for more spider bites that occur in the US than any other spider.
  • They have a bite that is painful but does not have long-term side effects.

Sac Spiders in Albuquerque NM

Referred to as the “yellow sac spider,” these arachnids in Albuquerque, NM, are frequently characterized by their pale yellow hue, sometimes exhibiting a subtle greenish tint. Like many spider species, sac spiders generally avoid human interaction and usually enter indoor spaces unintentionally. Their diet mainly consists of various spiders and other garden insects. Although infrequent, bites from sac spiders can cause discomfort to the victim.

Sac Spider Behaviors

Sac spiders are primarily nocturnal, engaging in hunting activities during the night. Unlike some spider species that use webs for trapping prey, sac spiders are hunters, directly catching their prey. In the fall, it is common to find these spiders indoors as they seek warmth during decreasing outdoor temperatures. When outdoors, sac spiders often reside in gardens and under vegetation in yards.

Dangers of Sac Spiders

While sac spider bites are infrequent, they can happen when the spider feels threatened. Unintentional threats, such as reaching into a box or a shoe, may lead to a defensive bite.

Sac Spider FAQs

What Happens When a Sac Spider Bites You?

A sac spider bite typically causes mild symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, and itching. Severe reactions are rare, and most bites can be managed with basic first aid. If you experience severe symptoms, seek medical attention.

How Poisonous Is a Sac Spider?

Sac spiders are not highly venomous, and their bites are generally not dangerous to humans. Most bites result in mild symptoms, and serious reactions are rare.

Dealing With Sac Spiders in Albuquerque NM? Call Pest Defense Solutions!

Your Pest Defense Solutions technician will:

  • Determine the type of spider.
  • Conduct a full property inspection that includes your yard, attached & detached structures, driveway, and home.
  • Directly treat spider nests outside your foundation to protect your home during the warmer months along with their food source (other insects).
  • Physically remove webs from the outside and inside of your home.
  • Seal small common entry points if they are contributing to the infestation.
  • Discreetly apply the material in unfinished basements, voids, and other spider-frequented areas when evidence is noted.
  • Place “sticky traps” on the interior to monitor activity.
  • Create a full report describing the treatment and how you can protect your home from further infestations including:
  • Changing the lighting around your structure.
  • Eliminate clutter inside and outside of your structure.

Trust Pest Defense Solutions for effective and comprehensive spider control services tailored to the specific needs of your property in Albuquerque, NM. Call us today!