Spiders

Red Back Spider

Also known as the Australian Black Widow, the Red Back Spider is a highly venomous spider identifiable by the prominent red stripe on her otherwise black abdomen. These spiders are mainly nocturnal and prefer to live in warm, dry locations in or near human residences. 

White Tail Spider

As their name suggests, White Tail spiders are identifiable by the white tip of their abdomen. They live in gardens and houses, hiding under things like bark, rocks, and clothes, or in shoes. They are most active at night, hunting other spiders as prey rather than building nests to catch them. 

Black House Spider

Black House spiders have a light grey abdomen with dark brown to black legs. Females tend to be larger but males have larger legs in relation to their bodies. When inside, they are often found in corners or around windows and doorways. Though they are venomous, they are not considered particularly dangerous because they bite so infrequently. 

Huntsman Spider

The Huntsman spider’s body is shades of brown or grey and the species is often identified by its legs which are long and bent similarly to a crab. Humans often find them in garages, sheds, and other places that remain undisturbed. They can behave aggressively when provoked but bites usually do not require hospitalisation. 

Wolf Spider

Wolf spiders have bodies that tend to camouflage them with their environment. However, they can be identified by the two prominent eyes that reflect light. Males are often found inside during autumn when they are looking for mates. Wolf spiders may be beneficial on farms and in gardens for controlling other pests. 

Trapdoor Spider

Brown trapdoor spiders are chocolate brown in colour. They dig open burrows in the ground where they spend most of their time. Males may be found more often during humid weather while they look for a mate. These spiders are usually shy and reserved. 

Orb-Weaving Spider 

Orb-weaving spiders are typically reddish brown to grey in colour. They build large vertical webs to catch prey, usually in between trees or shrubs. They are reluctant to bite and bites tend to be mild if they do occur.