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The Huntsman spider – our hidden and hairy heroes
UniSC News, Vol.10 February 2025
University of the Sunshine Coast
2025
Abstract
With eight very long legs, the ability to dart like lightning, and the name “hunts man”, it’s no wonder this iconic Australian arachnid is as feared as it is well-known.
But while many are quick to label these spiders as terrifying or gross, they play a role both inside our homes and elsewhere by controlling unwanted insects.
Despite their intimidating appearance, huntsman spiders pose no real threat to humans or pets. In fact, you’re far more likely to have an adverse reaction to a march fly than to a huntsman.
Details
- Title
- The Huntsman spider – our hidden and hairy heroes
- Authors
- Charlotte Raven - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Science and Engineering - Legacy
- Publication details
- UniSC News, Vol.10 February 2025
- Publisher
- University of the Sunshine Coast
- Date published
- 2025
- Organisation Unit
- School of Science and Engineering - Legacy; School of Science, Technology and Engineering; Forest Research Institute
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991109545002621
- Output Type
- Blog
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