Huntsman Spider

Large Spider from Australia
Can you tell me what this spider is? It measured about 10 – 11 cm. We have had a few of these visitors in the house during summer.
Thanks
Caroline

Hi Caroline,
This is one of the Huntsman Spiders, a Giant Crab Spider also known as a Banana Spider. The are secretive spiders that prowl around in the dark. They are harmless unless you are a Cockroach.

1   I like This

Related posts:

Crablike Spiny Orbweaver: Gasteracantha fornicata Garden Spider Huntsman Spider in Australia Bark Mimicking Grasshopper and Spiderling interaction in Australia