SA’s most common Rain Spiders
SA’s most common rain spiders that are found in and around the home come from the genus Palystes and the most common of this genus found is that of the Palystes superciliosus and Palystes castaneus. Although there are 17 different species of rain spiders that can be found in South Africa, the other species are [...]
Are Rain Spiders in South Africa Poisonous?
Many people ask the question: are rain spiders in South Africa poisonous? Well, while many will answer this question differently, the bite of a Rain Spider is not poisonous. Their venom is weak and the person will recover from a bite in a few days. The thing about these creatures is that they are more [...]
South African Rain Spiders
South African Rain Spiders can grow to become enormous and can scare many people out of their holiday accommodation if you’re not expecting one to run across the wall. Their other name is ‘the Huntsman’ because they are constantly on the prowl for their next snack and they stand to attention as though they are [...]
Rain Spiders in South Africa
Rain Spiders in South Africa are known as the Huntsman, also found in Australia and New Zealand. In Hawaii, the Huntsman species goes by the common name of the Cane Spider. The reason why these creatures have adapted this common name (Rain Spider) in South Africa is because before rainfall, they seek shelter. Although not [...]
Biggest Snake in the World Found Dead
This video shows the biggest snake in the world found dead probably passing away from hunger as it ventured out of its natural habitat and into an industrial area. I must say, it’s quite sad to see a reptile of such great beauty and proportion to be discovered in this way… World’s Largest Snake
