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Goliath Birdeater
Theraphosa blondi
Least Concern arachnid
Measurements
Shoulder Height
5 cm
2"
Body Length
12 cm
5"
Weight
170 g
6 oz
About Goliath Birdeater
The Goliath birdeater is the largest spider in the world by mass. With a leg span of 28cm and weighing up to 170 grams, it is found in South American rainforests.
Classification
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Theraphosidae
- Genus
- Theraphosa
Ecology
- Diet
- carnivore
- Habitat
- forest
- Continent
- South America
Fun Fact
Despite its name, the Goliath birdeater rarely eats birds; it mostly feeds on insects, worms, and frogs.