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The bird-dropping spider is the best
A spider that mimics bird droppings really shouldn’t be adorable, but here we are. This thing is as cute as a button.
Tag: australian spiders
News
Five new species of trapdoor spiders: golden discovery for science
South-east Queensland is home to five newly discovered species of golden trapdoor spiders.
Wildlife
Australian huntsman spiders: your friendly neighbourhood insect control
From their habitat and ecology to their unique social behaviour, this is everything you need to know about Australia’s huntsman spiders.
Wildlife
The mystery of the NT’s aquatic tarantulas captured
We know very little about these aquatic tarantulas, but this footage shows their unique breathing techniques at work.
Science & Environment
Don’t forget about the little guys: invertebrates of Kangaroo Island struggle to bounce back
You’ve heard about the surviving glossy black cockatoos and koalas of Kangaroo Island, but what of its smaller inhabitants?
News
More funnel-webs needed for antivenom production
Calling all responsible adults, the Australian Reptile Park needs your help catching funnel-web spiders.
Wildlife
Scientists are attaching trackers to funnel-web spiders. This is why
Surprisingly, the behaviour of the Sydney funnel-web spider is under studied.
News
The recent wet weather has created a funnel-web spider ‘bonanza’
The Australian Reptile Park has issued an official warning.
