One of the largest spiders in the world with a 8"-10" leg span, this species is a voracious feeder. It will eat anything it can catch including insects, small mammels and birds. This species is very bold and fast growing. Picture taken at Whipsnade Zoo, July 2008.
Added:
24th Jul 2008 by Diane Earl
Subjects:
Biology, Science
Key Stages:
Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 4+
Keywords:
tarantula spider
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