spider watch, a guide to Australian spiders

About this book

Spider watch is a comprehensive guide for those who wish to find, identify and understand Australian spiders. Illustrated with an identification guide, color drawings and photographs, Spider watch is an easy-to-use and practical field manual. It contains advice on where to find spiders and how to draw, photograph and take notes on them as well as facts on anatomy and evolution. More than 100 of the most frequently encountered Australian spiders are depicted. Most of these are described in detail, with information on toxicity, habitat and prey capture. As well, 'Spider watch' includes facts on Australia's dangerous spiders and advice on first aid. Written by the author of “The Silken Web”, this is essential reading for every spider watcher.