Heirakantium spider: dangerous yellow sak
Among spiders, almost all representatives are predators and have poison. But this should not scare people, because most of them do not harm people at all. However, there are those that pose a threat - the yellow sack is one of them.
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Yellow sak: photo
Description of the spider
Name: Yellow-bag stabbing spider or Cheyracantium
Latin: Cheiracanthium punctoriumClass: Arachnida - Arachnida
Squad: Spiders - Araneae
Family: Eutichuridae
 | Habitats: | under stones, in the grass |
 | Dangerous for: | small insects |
 | Attitude towards people: | bites but not venomous |
Representatives of the family are of the same size, they do not have a pronounced difference between males and females. The animal leads a predominantly nocturnal lifestyle, loves warm and comfortable conditions. In search of prey, they often climb onto human sites.
Distribution and habitation
Heirakantium prefers to live in a temperate and subtropical climate. Due to warming, it is often found in Europe, Central Asia, Africa and Australia. A yellow sack is being set up:
- in the steppes;
- under stones;
- indoors;
- in shoes or clothes;
- in heaps of rubbish;
- in cars.
Hunting and diet
The spider is a fast and accurate hunter. Sak waits for its prey in bushes or between stones. It attacks its prey with lightning speed and even jumps on it. The standard diet for spiders:
- mole;
- aphid;
- pincers;
- caterpillars.
Reproduction
Spider yellow sack.
Females and males can live side by side, in the same territory. They do not have pronounced aggression, and cannibalism of the offspring in relation to the mother is present.
Mating occurs after molting, in the second half of summer. Mating dances do not occur, unlike most spider species. After mating, the female builds a cocoon, makes clutches and guards.
The benefits and harms of the saka spider
Recently, information has appeared on the territory of Russia about the distribution of this species of arthropod. It has both benefits and harms.
The yellow sack spider is an active predator. He hunts fast and eats a lot. Its important role in agriculture is hunting pests in the garden.
Spider damage
The animal often settles near people. He is attracted by a sufficient amount of food and comfortable conditions. The spider itself does not attack people, but in case of danger it bites for self-defense.
By the way, it is not recommended to expel representatives of this species from the home with a broom. Sak will quickly run over it and bite.
The venom of the yellow saka is not lethal, but very toxic. A number of symptoms not only cause discomfort, but also real panic, because they appear very quickly.
Bite symptoms:
- Terrible burning pain.
Dangerous spider.
- Redness at the site of the bite.
- Tumor and blue.
- The appearance of blisters.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Aches and temperature fluctuations.
What to do when meeting a cheirakantium
To avoid the unpleasant consequences of meeting with a spider, you need to consider a number of simple rules.
Expel only if you catch it with a container or a dense cloth.
Carry out work with gloves, in case of a possible meeting with a spider. If it is seen, bypass it.
If the spider has already got on things or the body, do not make sudden movements and do not try to nail it. It is best to gently shake off the animal.
If the spider has already bitten
If the meeting has already taken place and is not in favor of the person, a series of decisive actions must be taken.
- Wash the wound with soap and apply a cold compress.
- If you raise the limb up, you can reduce the inflammatory process.
- In case of an allergy, take an analgesic and an antihistamine.
- If symptoms persist, see a doctor.
Conclusion
Heirakantium or yellow sack spider is not very common and studied. But it is known for sure that its poison is one of the most toxic among the spiders of Europe.
It benefits agriculture by eating a large number of harmful insects. But in search of warmth and food, the animal can climb into the dwellings or cars of people, and in case of danger, bite.
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