Science & Environment
How to avoid and treat Australia’s deadliest bites
Here are the top 5 Aussie predators that can ruin your trip, how to avoid them, and what to do if you find yourself victim.
Tag: spider
News
Spider venom could lead to IBS treatment
Venom from a species of tarantula could lead to the first effective treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.
News
7 new species of peacock spider discovered
A Sydney scientist has discovered seven new species of peacock spiders, the beautiful, tiny Australian jumping spiders renowned for their courtship dance.
News
Meet ‘Big Boy’ the funnel-web spider
An enormous Sydney funnel-web spider has been handed in to have its venom ‘milked’, to help with the production of anti-venom.
Science & Environment
This is why you should love spiders
Only two Australian spiders can kill you, but the rest are a pretty fascinating bunch.
Wildlife
Rare red-coloured mouse spider photographed
A rare fully red mouse spider has been found in north-western Sydney, after a huge infestation.
Creatura Blog
Rare dual-coloured funnel-web spider
A genetic mutation has caused a rare colourful funnel-web spider
News
13 new species of spider discovered in Queensland
A group of scientists, teachers and Aboriginal rangers have found 13 new species of Australian spider
News
Seven new species of Australian spider discovered
Scientists have discovered seven new Australian spiders, including a new tarantula, in the Northern Territory