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 ...

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 ...

Good news: Orb weaver spiders are harmless to humans! Their bite is mild, similar to a mosquito bite, and only occurs if the spider feels threatened or accidentally comes into contact with skin.

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 ...

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 ...

A spotted orb weaver is shown in its web Upcountry. It is one of approximately 205 species of spiders in Hawaii, of which an estimated 77 species have been introduced by people accidentally or ...

A photo of a folded Garden Orb-weaver was posted on a Facebook group dedicated to identifying Australian spiders by Cape Hillsborough resident Kim Smith. While another wrote, “So she has some ...

Let's talk about the orb weaver spider, an arachnid renowned for its beautiful, circular webs.Found in gardens, forests and backyards around the world, orb weavers are some of the most common spiders ...