Golden Orb-Weaver Identification in Australia

Large web-building spider with golden silk and long legs, often in warm Australian gardens and bushland.

Usually low risk

First aid / what to do now

Move away from the spider and avoid handling it.
Wash the bite area with soap and water.
Use a cold pack for pain or swelling.
Call 13 11 26 or seek medical advice if symptoms are severe, spreading, infected-looking, allergic, or you are unsure what bit you.

This site cannot diagnose a bite. In an emergency call 000. For poisoning advice in Australia call 13 11 26.

Usually low risk

Check whether the web is large, strong and golden in sunlight.

Seek advice if bite symptoms are severe or unusual.

Warm gardens, bushland edges, trees and open spaces where large webs can be anchored.

Use the homepage identifier to compare this spider against other Australian spiders by size, colour, location and web clues.