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Pest Control : Sydney huntsman spider
Most Sydney spiders are familiar with the  Huntsman Spider because of its habit of entering houses.  The size and speed of huntsman spiders have given these spiders an undeservedly bad reputation. On entering houses they eat many of the insects that are potentially more of a nuisance to us than the spiders themselves. But they do look imposing, especially when found in a car. It is always best to leave car doors and windows closed at night as cars are tempting places for a active huntsman. They can be encouraged to leave a car by parking it in full sunlight.

Appearance:

It is large, long-legged and hairy and up to 15 cm in size, and can move quickly. Its flat body is designed for living under loose bark where it spins its egg sac and hides from predators during the day. .

Habitat:
It can often be seen at night on tree trunks with its legs spread out and facing downwards, looking for insects.

Bite: 

Huntsman spider Bites are rare and usually only result in local swelling and transient pain. how ever  Seek medical attention should be sort.

 

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