How Big Can Spiders in Australia Get?
WouterThere are many species of spiders in Australia. They range in size from very small to very large. There are even spiders that are venomous. However, most of these spiders are not dangerous.
The huntsman spider is a very common species in Australia. It is an arboreal spider that usually lives under loose bark on trees. They have bands on their legs that help them to hide from predators. They can also stretch out their legs and make their body flat.
They are mainly found in tropical areas. The body of the spider can be up to 6 centimeters long. The leg length can be up to 16 centimeters. The venom of the huntsman spider is not harmful to humans.
Another venomous spider is the redback spider. This spider is named after the red marking on its abdomen. The redback spider is a native to Australia. The female can grow up to 15 millimeters in length.
The tarantula is a large species of spider that is primarily found in the east coast of Australia. The tarantula body can be up to 6 cm long. The spider can also have a tail and a protrusion on its abdomen. The tarantula has a loud sound when it is provoked.
The Sydney funnel-web spider is a burrowing spider that waits for prey near its burrow edge. It uses silk to sense approaching prey. The venom of the Sydney funnel-web spider is highly toxic. It can kill in as little as fifteen minutes.
