7 Largest Spiders in the World, Ranked

Goliath Birdeater: World's largest spider, found in South America, known for its mass and ability to eat birds. Can deliver a venomous bite.

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Giant Huntsman Spider: Large spider with long legs, found in caves in Laos. Can bite and emit ticking sounds during mating season.

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Brazilian Salmon Pink Birdeater: Large tarantula species from Brazil, commonly kept as a pet. Can deliver a painful bite when provoked.

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Grammostola anthracina: Another large tarantula species found in South America. Popular as pets, with long lifespans.

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Colombian Giant Tarantula: Aggressive species from Brazil and Colombia, known for its defensive behavior.

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Face-Sized Tarantula: Large tarantula from Sri Lanka, known for its size and menacing appearance. Preys on birds, rodents, and snakes.

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Hercules Baboon Spider: Large spider species once found in Nigeria, known for its size and resemblance to baboon fingers.

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