Humid weather causes 'surge' of funnel-web spiders across Sydney

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Humid weather causes 'surge' of funnel-web spiders across Sydney
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"It is best to ensure you are not leaving washing and clothing on the floors, if you leave your shoes outside, make sure you check them."

are currently in the peak of their breeding season and are emerging from their burrows in search of a mate.

"Funnel-web breeding season is here and all the rain this year has brought about humid conditions where funnel-web spiders thrive," Australian Reptile Park Spider Keeper Emma Teni said. "It is best to ensure you are not leaving washing and clothing on the floors, if you leave your shoes outside, make sure you check them first before putting your foot in blindly as shoes can be the perfect little burrow for funnel-web spiders.There has been an increase in sightings of funnel-webs due to the high rainfall and humidity.

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