The Sydney funnel-web spider has extremely dangerous venom, but according to a new study this spider is actually three different species — one of which, the "Newcastle big boy," is much larger.

The Lachlan Fold Belt is one of the most prospective in the world. Modern discoveries are drawing fresh capital to ... Read ...

The Sydney funnel-web spider has extremely dangerous venom, but according to a new study this spider is actually three different species — one of which, the "Newcastle big boy," is much larger.

Big Boy is a male Sydney funnel-web spider, which is the deadliest spider in Australia and one of the most venomous in the world. The average leg span of a funnel-web is between 6cm and 7cm.

AUSTRALIA’S ONLY PROVIDER of funnel-web spider venom has received its biggest spider, a male Sydney funnel-web – the deadliest in Australia – dubbed ‘Big Boy’. A member of the public handed Big Boy ...

A very brave little boy is showing the internet that he isn't afraid of spiders, no matter how big and scary they may seem. Live Stormtracker 6 and Sky 6. Watch Now. WATCH LIVE.