Animal of the Day!
Goliath Birdeater (Theraphosa blondi)
(Photo by Piotr Naskrecki)
Conservation Status- Not Evaluated
Habitat- South America
Size (Weight/Length)- 175 g; 12 cm body; 28 cm leg span
Diet- Birds; Lizards; Frogs; Mice
Cool Facts- Being the largest spider in the world, the goliath bird-eating tarantula is a scary sight to behold. Despite their size, their venom is only comparable to a bee sting to humans. Their best defense method is flinging hairs at their attacker, which causes skin irritation. Despite their name, they donβt often eat birds, preferring amphibians, lizards, and rodents. They are also a popular snack in South America, tasting vaguely like shrimp.
Rating- 13/10 (This just in: Spider wants friends but everyone is afraid.)
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