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FUNNEL WEBSPIDER
The FUNNEL WEB SPIDER is a species of spider found inAustralia. They are medium to large in size, varying from 1-5cm body length.
Their body colour can vary from black to brown, but the front part of theirbody (head) is usually hard and shiny.
A distinctive feature of a funnel web spider is theirweb/burrow. As you can see from the picture above, their burrow is made in theshape of a tunnel, which can be up to 30cm deep.
The majorityof funnel web spiders are venomous and highly dangerous! It has been claimed that approximately 10- 25% of biteswill produce significant toxicity.
RED BACKSPIDER
Another venomous spider found in Australia, and alsoaround the world, is the RED BACK SPIDER.
This species of spider is usuallyblack, with a red stripe on its abdomen. They have a small body size but longslender legs.
Redback bites occur frequently, particularly over the summer months, andare known to cause serious illness and sometimes death.
WHAT TO DO IF BITTEN BY A VENOMOUSSPIDER?
Itis recommended that first aid should be applied immediately if bitten by apoisonous spider:
- Elevate the area where the spider has bitten
- Applypressure by tying a bandage above the area (if on the arm or leg) to prevent further spread of the venom
- Avoid any movement
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible from nearest doctor or hospital
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