Spider Types

The brown mouse spider, usually referring to Scotophaeus blackwalli, is a small nocturnal hunting spider frequently found around houses. Its brown body, grey abdominal hairs … Read More

The red-headed mouse spider (Missulena occatoria) is one of Australia’s most striking burrowing spiders. Adult males have a bright red head and jaws, while females … Read More

The mouse spider is one of Australia’s most distinctive ground-dwelling spiders. Its glossy body, powerful jaws, and stocky appearance can make it look intimidating—and it … Read More

The garden orb spider is a common web-building spider found in gardens, forests, parks, and around homes. It is best known for creating a large, … Read More

The green orb-weaver spider is a small, brightly colored spider commonly found among leaves, shrubs, hedges, and garden plants. Its lime-green abdomen provides excellent camouflage, … Read More

Pet spiders are fascinating, low-maintenance animals that appeal to beginners and experienced keepers alike. Some species are calm and slow-moving, while others are active hunters … Read More

Finding a brown spider with white dots on its back or belly can make identification difficult. Many unrelated spider species have brown bodies and pale … Read More

The garden orb weaver is a web-building spider commonly found among shrubs, flowers, trees, fences and buildings. It is best known for producing a large, … Read More

The arabesque orb weaver spider is a small North American species recognized by the decorative, swirling pattern covering its rounded abdomen. Scientifically named Neoscona arabesca, … Read More

The six-spotted orb weaver is a tiny, colorful spider often discovered on leaves, shrubs, and low tree branches. Scientifically known as Araniella displicata, it belongs … Read More