Distribution
Species distribution of spiders provides limited aid to their identification, but may be of some use.
- Most species of dangerous spider are found throughout the continent.
- Sydney funnelwebs are found only within a 160km radius of Sydney.
- Various other species of funnelweb, considered less dangerous, are found along the east coast from southeast Queensland to central Victoria and eastern Tasmania.
- Mouse spiders, similar to funnelwebs, are found throughout the mainland, but not in Tasmania.
All funnelwebs and mouse spiders should be considered dangerous to humans. Clinical Information on funnelwebs and mouse spiders.
To confirm identification, it may help to examine visual appearance or symptoms particular to each species.
Funnelweb distribution |
Mouse Spider distribution |
Last updated: July 2005
