Ant stings and bites
Ant bites or stings can cause itching, redness or swelling. Learn more about the symptoms, allergic reactions and treatments for ant bites and stings.
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Bites and stings
Australia is home to many venomous creatures, including spiders, snakes, jellyfish and insects. While most bites or stings are relatively harmless, some can cause serious illness, allergic reactions or even death.
Use the links below to learn more about animals and plants that can bite or sting you, symptoms to watch out for, treatment options and tips for prevention.
Bed bugs
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on blood, cause itchy bites and can be hard to get rid of. Learn more about bed bug treatment and prevention.
Bee and wasp stings
A bee or wasp sting causes immediate sharp pain. Learn more about the symptoms, treatments and when to see a doctor for bee and wasp stings.
Dog, cat, bat and human bites
Dog, cat and human bites are the most common types of animal bite. Here's what to do if you get bitten by an animal or have contact with a bat.
Insect bites - infographic
What you need to know about insect bites, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Insect bites and stings
Insect bites or stings can cause itching, redness or swelling. Learn more about the symptoms, treatments and how to prevent insect bites and stings.
Insect stings - infographic
What you need to know about insect stings, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Jellyfish stings
Jellyfish stings are common and mostly just painful. Read this page to find out when you may need to get emergency medical attention.
Mosquito bites
Mosquito bites cause an itchy, red, swollen lump. Learn more about the symptoms, treatments and when to see a doctor for mozzie bites.
Mosquito-borne diseases
Some illnesses are transmitted by mosquitoes ('mozzies'), including malaria, Dengue fever and the Zika virus. Here's what you need to know
Sea creature bites and stings
Sea creature stings and bites can be serious due to venom through their teeth, tentacles, spines, or skin. Learn about first aid and when to get help.
Snake bites
A snake bite is a medical emergency. Learn what to do if you're bitten by a snake. Find out about the symptoms and first aid for snake bites.
Spider bites
Find out what to do if you're bitten by a spider. Bites from funnel-web spiders, redback spiders and white tail spiders need different first aid.
Stinging plants
Stinging trees and nettles can hurt. Find out what these stinging plants look like, how to prevent stings and what to do if you do get stung.
Tick bites
Tick bites can cause allergies and transmit infections. Learn how you can avoid tick bites and what to do if you are bitten by a tick.