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NL The Goliath birdeater is the largest spider in the world and is therefore often considered “scary.” The Goliath bird spider is an important predator in the rainforest, helping to keep insect populations in balance.
General information Goliath birdeaterr
Latin name: Theraphosa blondi
The Goliath birdeater is native to the rainforests of South America and can grow as large as a dinner plate. Its body is brown to dark brown in color with thick, hairy legs. Despite its name, the Goliath birdeater rarely eats birds. The name comes from a time when people saw it eat a small bird, but it usually hunts smaller animals. Goliath bird spiders live on the ground, often in tunnels or burrows that they dig themselves or take over from other animals. During the day, they often hide, and at night they come out to hunt.
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