Bird-eating Spider
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Bird-eating Spider
Theraphosa blondii
Bird-eating Spiders are big spiders that can catch small birds. They are really cool but a bit scary!
Habitat: Tropical rainforests
Appearance
The Bird-eating Spider is a massive, dark brown to black tarantula covered in reddish-brown hairs. It has thick, powerful legs and a large, robust body, making it one of the heaviest spiders in the world.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassArachnidaOrderAraneaeFamilyTheraphosidaeGenusTheraphosa
Category
InsectsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Female bird-eaters can live over 20 years!
Its fangs are strong enough to puncture a mouse's skull!
They're one of the heaviest spiders on Earth!
This spider can weigh more than a small puppy!
Special abilities
Ability
Hissing Defense
Bird-eating Spider can make a loud hissing sound by rubbing its legs together, which helps them scare away predators.
Ability
Urticating Hairs
Bird-eating Spider has special barbed hairs on its abdomen that helps them defend against threats by flicking them.
Ability
Patient Ambush
Bird-eating Spider can patiently wait in its burrow to ambush unsuspecting prey, helping them catch food effectively.
Measurements & details
- Size
- 80-120 mm
- Lifespan
- 1095-9125 days
- Leg Count
- 8
Diet & Feeding
A giant hunter that pounces on anything small enough to eat, from insects to frogs!
Primary Foods
- Insects
- Frogs
- Lizards
- Small snakes
- Rodents
- Small birds
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eats
Cane Toad
Rhinella marina
Often preys on toads in its habitat.
eaten by
Kinkajou
Potos flavus
Nocturnal mammals like kinkajous might prey on them.
eats
Mountain Chicken Frog
Leptodactylus fallax
Small frogs are a common part of its diet.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Ambush Predator
An ambush predator hunts by patiently waiting and concealing itself, then launching a sudden attack when unsuspecting prey comes within range.
Rainforest
This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Venomous
Venomous organisms produce toxins that are injected into another animal, typically through a bite or sting.
Also known as
Goliath Bird-eating SpiderTheraphosa blondi
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not touch or pick up. Some insects sting or bite. Ask an adult for help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bird-eating Spider?
80-120 mm
How long does Bird-eating Spider live?
1095-9125 days
What does Bird-eating Spider eat?
A giant hunter that pounces on anything small enough to eat, from insects to frogs!
Where is Bird-eating Spider usually found?
Tropical rainforests
How does Bird-eating Spider hunt?
Ambush
How many legs does Bird-eating Spider have?
8
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