Bug Bites: Spiders

Spiders are a horticulturist's best friend. They're predatory organisms that have an appetite for all sorts of insects that we like to call "pests". In this episode, Dr Ian Smith gives us a general introduction to this class of arachnid. Listen to the end to find out: -What are the different types of spiders that we're likely to find in our gardens? -What different methods of hunting do they employ in our gardens? -Are redback spiders actually native to Australia, or are they an introduce...