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Scientific name: //Atrax robustus (Sydney Funnel web)//

Habitat: Natural habitats include rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. However,they are also found in cool, humid, environments in urban areas.

Animal group: Arachnids

Appearance: Large, bulky spider. Female 35mm, males 25mm. Head is glossy black, abdomen is brownish. Legs are covered in fine hairs.

Diet: Insects, small frogs and lizards.

Interesting fact: The Sydney Funnel Web is highly aggressive and highly venomous. Males are often found roaming for a mate. media type="youtube" key="XCL6OCGlPqE" height="390" width="480"