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Solifugae is an order of arachnids known variously as solifuges, sun spiders, camel spiders, and wind scorpions. The order includes more than 1,000 described species in about 147 genera . Despite the common names, they are neither true scorpions (order Scorpiones) nor true spiders (order Araneae ).
They tend to be active, aggressive hunters who will search for prey, in contrast to true spiders who are more ambush-style predators. [6] Camel spiders are typically predated on by scorpions, toads, and bats. [6] They are usually not venomous or harmful to humans, but their bites can be painful. [6]
A number of spiders can cause spider bites that are medically important. Almost all spiders produce venom but only a few are able to cause significant harm to humans. [1] Two medically important spider genera have a worldwide distribution—Latrodectus and Loxosceles. Others have a limited distribution.
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While roughly 3,000 species of spiders are found throughout the U.S., very few pose a direct threat to humans. Spider bites are rare, and medically significant incidents are even less common ...
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Galeodes arabs, common name Egyptian giant solpugid or camel spider, is a species of solifuges (or sun spiders) native to North Africa and Western Asia. [1] Subspecies
Spiders do not feed on humans and typically bites occur as a defense mechanism. [20] This can occur from unintentional contact or trapping of the spider. [20] Most spiders have fangs too small to penetrate human skin. [21] Most bites by species large enough for their bites to be noticeable will have no serious medical consequences. [22]