EYE WITH THE SPIDER OF CORNER

Bites only in self-defense and although it may appear throughout the year, in spring and summer is more frequent. She lives in the houses, she is shy and her activity is nocturnal. It is located in dark corners, behind the pictures and in closets. He fears the light and the loud noises.

Bite Symptoms:

The bite is a stinging sensation, followed by pain and swelling. It becomes inflamed locally and appears a red spot. If an injury occurs, the center of which is black and the periphery is blue, the diagnosis is confirmed. It usually appears within 48 hours.

To avoid being bitten by this spider it is important to consider the following points:

- Keep clean and tidy corners, behind and under furniture and pictures.
- When entering a dark, dirty or closed place for a long time, carry a powerful light and make noise.
- Separate the beds from the walls.
- Do not hang clothes or towels on the walls.
- Check and shake clothes and shoes before putting them on.
- Check bed and corners before bed.
- Avoid children playing inside closets or boxes that have not been checked.
- Use suitable and authorized arachnicides.

• Rocío Adame and Marina Pérez