Spiders in Brisbane

Spiders you are likely to see

Huntsman: indoors on walls, especially before rain.
Redback: under outdoor furniture, play equipment, sheds and under houses.
Golden orb weaver and other orb weavers: large webs in gardens in late summer and autumn.
White-tailed spider: indoors at night.

Safety

For any bite with severe symptoms, seek medical help. Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 for advice, or 000 in an emergency.

Pest information

Spiders

Eight-legged predators that feed on insects. Most household spiders are harmless and useful, but a few Australian species, such as redbacks and funnel-webs, need to be treated with care.

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Sources & further reading

Queensland Museum — insects, spiders and animals of Queensland — Queensland Museum
healthdirect — bites, stings and infection information — healthdirect Australia

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