Schleich Tarantula 2019

Tarantulas are among the largest spiders in the world.

In contrast to many other spiders, they do not spin a web, but lay in wait for their prey especially frogs, mice and birds.

People dont have to be afraid of them. Tarantulas may have a strong bite, but they are good-natured, and their venom is weaker than that of bees.

Fun fact

Tarantulas are fragile animals. Even a fall from a low height can be fatal to them.

Scientific facts

• Scientific name: Theraphosidae
• Conservation status: Near threatened
• Primary habitat: forest#subtropical

Dimensions: 8.0 x 7.0 x 2.0 cm (W x D x H)

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