● Shiny black body with a distinctive red stripe.
● Prefers dry, protected areas around homes.
● Females have venom potent enough to require antivenom treatment.

● Ground-dwelling, fast-moving hunters.
● Brown-grey colouring helps them camouflage.
● Bites can cause swelling, dizziness, and nausea.

● Recognisable by a white tip at the end of the abdomen.
● Hunts other spiders indoors.
● Bites may cause mild pain and itchiness.

● Large, fast, and often seen inside homes or vehicles.
● Generally harmless; bites cause short-term swelling and discomfort.

● Ground dwellers creating burrows with concealed entrances.
● Shy and non-aggressive.
● Bites are painful but rarely medically significant

● Stocky, powerful ground spiders.
● Found in gardens and near waterways.
● Although venomous, bites seldom cause severe symptoms.

● Pale, long-legged spiders commonly found indoors.
● Spin messy webs in corners and ceilings.
● Harmless to humans.

● Highly venomous species (more common along Australia's east coast).
● Victorian funnelwebs cause only mild symptoms, but caution is advised.
● Build funnel-shaped silk-lined burrows.

● Suspected Funnelweb Bite: Apply a pressure bandage and immobilise. Seek
emergency help.
● Redback Spider Bite: Apply ice packs; do not use pressure bandages.
● All Other Spider Bites: Clean the area, use a cold compress, and monitor for
symptoms.
● Always seek medical help for severe symptoms or when the spider species is unknown.

● Install secure flyscreens and seal gaps under doors and windows.
● Keep outdoor lights off where possible to avoid attracting insects (spider prey).
● Maintain gardens, trim back bushes, and keep woodpiles away from buildings.
● Shake out clothing, towels, and shoes before use.
● Wear protective gloves while gardening or handling outdoor items.