Spider Eggs and Egg Sacs
Many people can identify the common spiders in Australia, but do you know what the different species do with their eggs? They generally build an egg sac, which they either carry or hide.
March 6, 2023
Pest Control Spiders
We have a range of magazine articles on spiders and pest control of spiders.
Spider identification
Spider identification is important – not only to put together an appropriate control program, but in case you get bitten the identity of the spider determines the medical treatment! Here’s how to identify spiders.
Spider treatments
Getting the best results from a spider treatment involves a bit more than a simple spider spray. Check out these tips for spider treatments and how to identify and treat common Australian spiders and the need for different treatments for different spiders.
Less common spiders
Although we have a range of species on our main spider page. We have some less common types of spider here, including the false widow, leaf-curling spider, brown trapdoor spider, wishbone spider and golden orb weaving spider.
Spider webs
Spider webs are works of art and amazing from an engineering point of view. However, around the home they are certainly very messy and of course a sure sign there are spiders about. Using a broom to get rid of spiders is a good idea.
Spider eggs
If there is anything worse than seeing a spider, it’s perhaps seeing lots of baby spiders emerging from a spider egg sac. Here’s some information on spider egg sacs of common Australian spiders.
Spider bites
Apart from their scary appearance and way of moving, be wary of spider bites is a very real reason to avoid spiders. Check out our article, Spider Bites – All You Need to Know.
White-tail spider bite
After the funnel web and redback spiders, it’s perhaps the white tailed spider bite that gets the most attention. Most of the media focuses on the apparent association of white tail spider bites with flesh eating ulcers. However, here are the facts about white tail spider bites.
More information on spiders.
Spider webs – Art or nuisance?
Spider webs are incredible feats of engineering, but for homeowners they can be visually troubling, and difficult to get rid of for good.
September 1, 2022
Spider Bites – All You Need to Know!
The following information on spider bites and spider bite first aid is a useful quick-reference guide for pest managers and homeowners alike.
September 1, 2022
No Hiding Places for Spiders
Controlling dangerous spiders such as the Sydney funnel-web requires a suite of products that are proven to get results.
September 1, 2022
Golden Orb Weaving Spiders
These spiders are notorious for catching birds and snakes in their webs, and can have a leg span of 20 cm. Would you be able to identify a golden orb weaving spider?
August 25, 2022
Brown trapdoor spiders
They have alarming fangs and lurk unseen in their burrows for decades. They are commonly found in lawns and gardens. Would you be able to recognise a brown trapdoor spider?
August 7, 2022
Leaf-curling Spider
These are one of the most common garden spiders in Australia, but they rarely show their faces. These spiders hide in mid-air, cunningly using leaves, snail shells, or scraps of paper. Would you be able to recognise a leaf-curling spider?
June 30, 2022
Wishbone Spider
They are easily mistaken for the funnel-web spider, mouse and even trapdoor spider. They are much more widespread than funnel-web spiders but not nearly as venomous. Would you be able to recognise a wishbone spider? (Image Credit: Cael David-Gallery, Aname comosa) Common name: Wishbone spider Scientific name(s): Family Anamidae (part of the Family Nemesiidae until very recently). Description: Wishbone spiders are easily confused for other mygalomorphs, including the funnel webs, mouse spiders, and various trapdoor spiders. Many wishbone spider species are
October 1, 2021
Achieve Spider Control with Microcap Technology
Using a product with microcap technology allows for quick knockdown and ongoing, timed release of the insecticide, which is ideal for spider treatments.
September 1, 2021
Is the Cobweb Broom Underrated?
Pest manager and industry trainer Jay Turner explains why the humble cobweb broom is such a valuable tool in his spider control toolkit.
September 1, 2021
Choose the Right Spray to Keep Spiders Away
When choosing a spray for spider treatments, Chris Mills from Bayer advises selecting one with long-term residual performance.
September 1, 2021
False Widow or Cupboard Spider
They closely resemble, and are closely related, to the notorious black widow and redback spiders. They’re commonly found inside houses, which gives rise to another of their common names, the cupboard spider. Would you be able to recognise a false widow? Common name: False widow, cupboard spider, dark comb-footed spider, and brown house spider Scientific name(s): Steatoda grossa, in the family Theridiidae Description: They are small spiders just over 1 cm in length. Females have black legs and a large,
October 2, 2020
