Goliath bird-eating spider
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SummaryThe Goliath Bird-Eating Spider, which is scientifically known as Theraposa blondi, is indeed a spider that can actually eat a bird. This spider that belongs to the Tarantula family is hairy and is coffee-colored. The Goliath Bird-Eating Spider is a large spider with four pairs of thick legs, a large abdomen and has a stocky broad carapace. The body of this spider is about the size of a dinner plate and are divided into two external parts namely; the cephalothorax, and the abdomen. Goliath Bird-Eating Spiders can weigh as much as 70 grams. The legs of this spider are usually 10 inches in length but could reach a maximum length of 12 inches. The male of this spider species is more slender and long-legged than the female (Biggest Spider, 2003). Giant Bird-Eating Spiders bodies have sensory hairs that help them feel even the slightest vibrations on the ground and in the air.
Table of Contents
- About Goliath bird-eating spiders.
- History and where they are found.
- Description.
- Hunting technique.
- The venom and urticating hairs.
- Biology of the spider.
- Handling the Goliath bird–eating spider.
- Ailments.
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