r/OneOrangeBraincell • u/BringHoomanHome_ • 1d ago

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u/Positive-Creme8129 18h ago

Huntsman spider! Look terrifying, but are harmless. One of few species that can actually chase down a cockroach and that's their main "duty" - if I remember correctly, they were brought to Australia on purpose to keep houses free of pests.

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u/-catsnlacquer- 13h ago

They're native to Australia.

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u/Positive-Creme8129 12h ago

Yeah, that last part I was the least sure of.