As we’re coming into summer, it’s important to be aware of the spiders you can find in and around your home. This is the time where you will be seeing more and more spiders, so we thought we would bring you a blog on the most common spiders – part two.
Australian Huntsman
These are massive spiders that tend to terrify you when you uncover their hiding place. They belong to the family Sparassidae, and despite their disturbing size, they tend not to be aggressive. Huntsman come in shades of grey to brown and have a flatter body than traditional spiders. The legs of a huntsman are twisted at the joint, spreading out laterally, much like a crabs legs. Huntsman enjoy narrow, dark spaces, and you can often find them behind curtains and cupboards.
While not aggressive, a Huntsman bite is venomous. You may experience localised pain that can be relieved by applying an icepack. You should always seek medical attention if unsure, particularly if symptoms persist. Better yet, contact your local pest control and let us handle it.
Toowoomba Funnel-Web
Funnel-Webs spiders are the most dangerous species in Australia. The size of funnel-webs range from medium to large, but they are generally a mid-sized spider. They have a shiny black head with two spinnerets at the front, resembling fingers. The body ranges from black to blue-back and appear furry. The Sydney Funnel-Web is the most known species; however, Toowoomba Funnel-Web is closer to home. Exercise extreme caution if you spot one of these and contact your local pest control immediately.
Bonus: South Queensland also boasts as the only place in Australia where the Greater Lamington Funnel-Web Spider can be found.
Brisbane Trap Door Spider
The Brisbane Trap Door Spider is of the family Idiopidae. They are identifiable by their narrow brown head and dark brown or mottled body. The legs of this spider are lighter with dark edges and are relatively thin. Despite the name, the Brisbane Trap Door Spider’s burrow does not have a door. Instead, it is left open and the entrance held secure by leaves bound to the sides with the silk of its web. No bites have been recorded from this species, and they are believed to not be dangerous. This species is listed on the Environment Protection Authority Queensland due to conservation concern.
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