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Why are red back spiders called red back spiders?

Anonymous

∙ 15y ago

Updated: 12/20/2022

Thats easy! Red back Spiders are called 'red back spiders because they have a red (or sometimes dark orange) stripe on their back. they sometimes have a diamond slightly below that stripe aswell.

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∙ 15y ago

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How tall can red back spiders get?

Tall

How do red back spiders breath?

by humping

What are spiders' appearance?

what are red back appearances

What spiders start with the letter r?

Redback, found in Australia

Are red back spiders posionous?

If its black, has a large butt and there's a red shape on its back the resembles an hourglass, then its a black widow spider and they are very poisonous

Where does red back spiders live?

red back Spiders live in webs and also found under rocks and logs! They can also be found in corners of sheds and rooms.

Do red back spiders have 8 legs?

Yes

Can red back spiders have purple bums?

sometimes

What are redback spiders appearance?

what are red back appearances

Where were red back spiders country of origin?

Australia

Are black spiders poisonus?

not unless they have red on their back

Do red back spiders spin webs?

Yes