Matching global and regional distribution models of the recluse spider Loxosceles rufescens: to what extent do these reflect niche conservatism?

dc.contributor.authorTaucare Ríos, A.
dc.contributor.authorNentwig, W.
dc.contributor.authorBizama, G.
dc.contributor.authorBustamante, R.
dc.date.accessioned2023-10-11T14:59:23Z
dc.date.available2023-10-11T14:59:23Z
dc.date.issued2018
dc.description.abstractThe Mediterranean recluse spider, Loxosceles rufescens (Dufour, 1820) (Araneae: Sicariidae) is a cosmopolitan spider that has been introduced in many parts of the world. Its bite can be dangerous to humans. However, the potential distribution of this alien species, which is able to spread fairly quickly with human aid, is completely unknown. Using a combination of global and regional niche models, it is possible to analyse the spread of this species in relation to environmental conditions. This analysis found that the successful spreading of this species varies according to the region invaded. The majority of populations in Asia are stable and show niche conservatism, whereas in North America this spider is expected to be less successful in occupying niches that differ from those in its native region and that do not support its synanthropic way of living.
dc.identifier.issn1365-2915
dc.identifier.other10.1111/mve.12311
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12536/2082
dc.language.isoen
dc.sourceMedical and Veterinary Entomology (The Royal Entomological Society)
dc.subjectAlien spider
dc.subjectBiological invasions
dc.subjectLoxoscelism
dc.subjectNiche conservatism
dc.subjectRegional niche
dc.titleMatching global and regional distribution models of the recluse spider Loxosceles rufescens: to what extent do these reflect niche conservatism?
dc.typeArtículo de revista
uvm.escuelaEscuela de Ciencias Agrícolas y Veterinarias
uvm.indexWoS
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