The White tailed spider (relevant Australian species are Lampona cylindrata and Lampona murina) is native to Australia and is also found in New Guinea. It is a common Australian spider, especially numerous in the Central Coast and Port Macquarie Region. Interestingly, one of the most common spiders we get asked about. More so than the Red Back spider or the Funnel Web spider.
Where do they live?
In the outdoors, white tails are mostly found under logs, bark and leaf litter. In searching for their spider prey, they often venture into homes where they can end up between linen, towels and in shoes, thereby potentially coming into contact with humans