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- Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D.
- Goliath Birdeater: 12 Inches. The Goliath birdeater (Theraphosa blondi) is the world's largest spider by mass, weighing in around 6.2 oz (175 g). It is a type of tarantula.
- Giant Huntsman Spider: 12 Inches. While the Goliath birdeater is the most massive spider, the giant huntsman (Heteropoda maxima) tends to have longer legs and a bigger appearance.
- Brazilian Salmon Pink Birdeater: 11 Inches. The third largest spider, the Brazilian salmon pink birdeater (Lasiodora parahybana) is only an inch smaller than the biggest spider.
- Grammostola anthracina: 10+ Inches. Be sure to visit South America if you're seeking enormous spiders. Grammastola anthracina is another large species. It's a popular pet tarantula that's unlikely to bite you unless you forget to feed it mice or crickets.
- Goliath Bird-Eater Spider
- Giant Huntsman Spider
- Goliath Pinkfoot Tarantula
- Brazilian Salmon Pink Birdeater Spider
- Brazilian Giant Tawny Red Tarantula
- Haitian Giant Tarantula
- Colombian Giant Tarantula
- Face-Sized Tarantula
- King Baboon Spider
- Camel Spider
Scientific name: Theraphosa blondiLeg-span:11-12 inchesWeight: 6.2 ozScientific name: Heteropoda maximaLeg-span:12 inchesWeight: 6 ozScientific name:Theraphosa apophysisLeg-span:9-11 inchesScientific name: Lasiodora parahybanaLeg-span:10-11 inchesWeight: 3.5 ouncesScientific name: Grammostola anthracinaLeg-span:10 inchesScientific name:Phormictopus canceridesLeg-span:8-9 inchesScientific name: Megaphobema robustumLeg-span:6-8 inchesScientific name: Poecilotheria rajaeiLeg-span: 8 inchesScientific name: Pelinobius muticusLeg-span: 8 inchesScientific order: SolifugaeLeg-span:6 inchesMay 27, 2024 · In the fascinating and often misunderstood world of arachnids, the biggest spiders in the world stand as giants among their kin, sparking both awe and apprehension. These eight-legged creatures, ranging from the Goliath birdeater to the giant huntsman, showcase an astonishing diversity in size, habitat and behavior.
- Jesslyn Shields
Found in northern South America, it is the largest spider in the world by mass (175 g (6.2 oz)) and body length (up to 13 cm (5.1 in)), and second to the giant huntsman spider by leg span.
- Giant Huntsman Spider (30cm) It is surprising that the world’s largest spider, by leg span, was only discovered in 2001. The giant huntsman is only found in a small cave system in Laos, South East Asia.
- Goliath Bird-Eating Tarantula (29cm) Similar in many ways to the Goliath pinkfoot tarantula, the goliath birdeater has a leg span of around 29cm and is the second largest spider in the world, and heaviest by mass.
- Goliath Pinkfoot Tarantula (28cm) Living in burrows in the forests of Brazil and Venezuela, the pinkfoot goliath is a true giant amongst spiders. Their legs have pink coloured feet and their leg span can measure over 28cm.
- Brazilian Bird-Eating Tarantula (27cm) Also called the Salmon pink bird eater, this massive tarantula is a speedy, nocturnal predator found in Brazilian forests.
Ever wondered what the biggest spider in the world is? This guide shares the top 11 along with where they live and whether or not they're dangerous to humans.
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Jun 7, 2024 · Discover the world's top 11 largest spiders, from the Goliath Bird-eating Tarantula to the Sand-dwelling Huntsman Spider.
