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European Yellow Sac Spider

Cheiracanthium punctorium

Classification

Order
Araneae

Cheiracanthium punctorium, one of several species commonly known as the yellow sac spider, is a spider found from central Europe to Central Asia. They reach a length of about 15 mm, and their bite can penetrate human skin; the bite has been compared to a wasp sting, perhaps a bit more severe, although susceptible persons can have stronger reactions, like nausea. Lifestyle Reproduction The mating season for Cheiracanthium punctorium begins in early summer, when males deliberately seek out desired females.

Distribution

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