Bug Bites: Spiders

Spiders are a horticulturist's best friend. They're predatory organisms that have an appetite for all sorts of insects that we like to call "pests".

In this episode, Dr Ian Smith gives us a general introduction to this class of arachnid. Listen to the end to find out:

-What are the different types of spiders that we're likely to find in our gardens?

-What different methods of hunting do they employ in our gardens?

-Are redback spiders actually native to Australia, or are they an introduced pest?

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