An image of what appears to be a large, hairy, snoozing spider has created quite a stir amid arachnid enthusiasts. The photo was posted on a Facebook group dedicated to identifying Australian spiders ...

Spider webs are made from a protein fiber which we call silk. It is both strong and stretchy but not all spider silk is the same, there are several different types. Spiders produce silk using special ...

One of the biggest ‘mega spider’ fossil ever found has just been discovered in Australia. This colossal arachnid was five ...

Compare that to your average huntsman spider, which can have a leg span of up to 15cm, according to the Australian Museum. Australia's largest orb weaver, the giant golden orb weaver, also has a ...

In the photo, you can see a baby orb weaver spider nestled inside a peg on their washing line. Commenters on the post were shocked by the discovery, saying that they’ll be checking their pegs ...