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The redback spider (Latrodectus hasselti) is one of Australia's most iconic arachnids. It's a member of the widow spider family, closely related to the black widow spider. They're famous for their distinctive red markings and potent venom. While redback spider bites can cause pain, advances in antivenom treatment have made these encounters much less dangerous. But it's definitely a spider that humans should avoid. Where Are Redback Spiders Commonly Found? What Attracts and Deters Redback Spiders? These are tiny spiders. Female redback spiders are about 0.4 inches (10 mm), while male redback spiders are much smaller, only about 0.11 to 0.16 inches (3 to 4 mm). Female redback spiders are easy to identify by their shiny black bodies, slender legs and iconic red stripe running down their abdomen. In some cases, this stripe may be broken or absent, but most females sport something similar to the vivid red hourglass you'll find on black widows. Young spiders resemble males in coloration until they mature.