is the world's largest and heaviest spider, with a leg span reaching up to 12 inches (31 cm). The giant huntsman spider, ...

A breed of Huntsman spider appears to be establishing itself in Napier, an arachnid expert says. Associate Professor of ...

Huntsman spiders are part of the Sparassidae family, which includes over 1,000 species. The badge huntsman spider ( Neosparassus spp. ), named for the badge-like marking on its abdomen, is common ...

But they’re not the only crawlies on the move, and more will come as the climate warms. Michaela Gower reports. A few years ...

Huntsman spiders, native and infamous in Australia, are also found in parts of New Zealand, most commonly in Auckland. The ...

In the past nine months, two Huntsman spiders have been spotted in the same Napier suburb, leading arachnologists to suggest ...

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The spider has since been taken in by enthusiast Jack Casson from Hartlepool, whose girlfriend named her Bessie.

The Australian native huntsman spider is a common creature to spot in some parts of the country - most commonly in Auckland, as well as in parts of the South Island. But in the last few months, locals ...

It’s been a challenging first year in Australia for the Ten Pound Poms. Promised a better house, great job prospects and an improved quality of life for just £10, Brits like the ones in the drama were ...

Take a look inside the unique home of a man who owns 16 tarantulas and a huntsman spider, explaining his passion for these creatures and why they make ideal pets. Keep up with the latest new ...