huntsman spiders...low risk...non-agressive
Venom toxicity - the bite of Huntsman Spiders is of low risk (non toxic) to humans. Huntsman spiders are a non-aggressive group of spiders. However, a large individual can give a painful bite. Beware in summer when the female Huntsman Spider is guarding her egg sacs or young.
Area of distribution - Huntman spiders are located Australia-wide.
Spider Identification - an adult huntsman spider varies greatly around 15 mm in body length - has long legs - the diameter of an adult huntsman spider including legs may reach 45 mm - the first 2 pairs of legs are longer than rear two - it is hairy - buff to beige brown in colour, with dark patches on the body.
Habitat - a Huntsman Spider is a hunter that prefers to live under the flaking bark of trees, under flat rocks and under eaves or within roof spaces of buildings.
The Huntsman Spider often wanders into homes and is found perched on a wall. The Huntsman spider is a shy, timid spider that can move sideways at lighting-fast speed when disturbed.
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