Top Results for Theraphosidae

*Poecilotheria ornata*, commonly known as the fringed ornamental tarantula, is a large arboreal spider endemic to the tropical forests of Sri Lanka. Described by Reginald Innes Pocock in 1899, this species is recognized by its intricate geometric banding, which provides camouflage on tree bark. It i...

Theraphosa stirmi, commonly called the Burgundy Goliath Birdeater, is a large terrestrial tarantula native to tropical South America, particularly the Guiana region. It belongs to the family Theraphosidae and is notable for its substantial body mass, broad leg span, burgundy-brown coloration, and de...

Brachypelma boehmei, commonly called the Mexican Fireleg, is a terrestrial tarantula endemic to the Pacific coast of Mexico. Adults are recognized by vivid orange coloration on the legs against a darker body, while dense hairs give the animal a robust appearance. Like related New World tarantulas, i...

Acanthoscurria geniculata, commonly called the Brazilian whiteknee tarantula, is a large terrestrial tarantula native to Brazil. It is distinguished by a dark body, prominent white bands at the leg joints, rapid feeding responses, and defensive urticating hairs that can irritate skin and eyes. The s...

Brachypelma auratum, commonly called the Mexican flame knee tarantula, is a terrestrial tarantula native to Mexico. It has a predominantly dark body with conspicuous orange-red markings around the leg joints, a pattern that distinguishes it from related Brachypelma species. It is slow-growing and oc...

The salmon pink bird-eating tarantula (Lasiodora parahybana) is a large terrestrial spider native to the tropical rainforests of northeastern Brazil. First described by Cândido Firmino de Mello-Leitão in 1917, the species is recognized as one of the largest tarantulas in the world by mass and body s...

The Chaco golden knee tarantula (Grammostola pulchripes) is a large, heavy-bodied terrestrial spider native to the Gran Chaco region of Argentina and Paraguay. It is recognized by the distinct golden stripes on its patellae, contrasting with its dark brown or black setae. This opportunistic burrower...

The Goliath pinkfoot tarantula (Theraphosa apophysis) is a massive, terrestrial bird-eating spider native to the tropical rainforests of Venezuela. Officially described in 1993, the species is distinguished by the pinkish-tipped hairs on its feet and rivals the Goliath birdeater in sheer size and ma...

Cyriopagopus lividus is a fossorial tarantula species native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, particularly Myanmar and Thailand. The spider is named for the striking metallic blue coloration of its legs and carapace, and it is known for being a fast and defensive species that prefers to re...

Brachypelma emilia, commonly called the Mexican redleg tarantula, is a terrestrial species native to Mexico. It is recognizable by its dark legs with orange-red sections and a pale carapace bearing a distinctive dark triangular marking. The species grows slowly, uses urticating hairs as a defense, a...

Xenesthis immanis, often called the Colombian lesserblack tarantula, is a large terrestrial tarantula native to northern South America, including Colombia and Venezuela. It has a dark, heavy body with violet or purple iridescent coloration that can be especially visible on the carapace and legs. The...

Psalmopoeus irminia, commonly called the Venezuelan suntiger tarantula, is an arboreal tarantula species described by Saager in 1994 and associated with Venezuela. It has a predominantly dark body marked by vivid orange patterns on the legs and abdomen, providing the contrast behind its common name....

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The Curly Hair Tarantula (Tliltocatl albopilosus) is a large, terrestrial spider native to the tropical forests of Central America, primarily Costa Rica and Nicaragua. The spider is characterized by long, curly bristles that cover its body, giving it a distinctively fuzzy appearance. In 2019, a taxo...

Heteroscodra maculata, commonly known as the Togo starburst baboon tarantula, is an arboreal spider native to West African countries including Togo and Ghana. The species exhibits marked sexual dimorphism, with females displaying a striking contrast of black and white patterning that provides camouf...

Ephebopus murinus, commonly known as the skeleton tarantula, is a species of New World tarantula native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil and French Guiana. It is distinguished by the striking white or beige vertical stripes on its dark legs, which give the spider a skeletal...

Ceratogyrus darlingi, commonly known as the horned baboon spider, is a tarantula species native to southern Africa. First described by Reginald Pocock in 1897, it is distinguished by a prominent horn-like protuberance on its carapace, which is soft and not rigid. This burrowing spider belongs to the...

Nhandu coloratovillosus, commonly called the Brazilian black and white tarantula, is a large terrestrial tarantula native to Brazil. It is identified by a dark body and contrasting pale bands or hairs on its legs, although coloration can vary between individuals and developmental stages. Like other...

Stromatopelma calceatum, commonly known as the feather leg baboon tarantula, is an arboreal tarantula species native to the rainforests of West and Central Africa. As an Old World tarantula, it lacks urticating hairs and relies on its swift speed and potent venom for defense, often exhibiting highly...

The King Baboon Tarantula (Pelinobius muticus) is a large, heavy-bodied tarantula native to East African scrublands and savannas in countries like Kenya and Tanzania. It is a terrestrial, burrowing species recognized for its distinctive rusty-brown coloration and thick rear legs. When threatened, th...

Haplopelma schmidti, commonly known as the Chinese bird spider, is a large terrestrial tarantula species native to the tropical forests of southern China and Vietnam. As a fossorial species, it constructs deep burrows and primarily hunts at night. Its venom contains neurotoxins that have been studie...

Megaphobema robustum, commonly known as the Colombian giant tarantula, is a large terrestrial spider belonging to the family Theraphosidae. Originally described by Anton Ausserer in 1875, the species inhabits the tropical rainforests of Colombia and other parts of South America's Pacific coast. They...

Poecilotheria tigrinawesseli, commonly known as the Tiger Ornamental Tarantula, is an arboreal spider endemic to the Eastern Ghats of India. This species is recognized by its distinct grey and black tiger-like leg markings and intricate patterned abdomen. As an Old World tarantula, it lacks urticati...

Neoholothele incei, commonly known as the Trinidad olive tarantula, is a small, fossorial spider native to the island of Trinidad. Described in 1899, this species is distinct among tarantulas for its ability to live communally, with multiple individuals capable of sharing a single burrow network. Th...

Haplopelma minax, commonly called the earth tiger tarantula, is a fossorial Old World tarantula native to the tropical forests of Myanmar and surrounding regions of Southeast Asia. Described by Tamerlan Thorell in 1897, the species constructs deep burrows and emerges primarily to hunt at night. Like...

Aphonopelma hentzi, commonly known as the Texas brown tarantula, is a large, terrestrial spider native to the southern United States. First described by Charles Girard in 1854, it is one of the most widespread tarantula species in North America, thriving in the grasslands of the south-central United...

Grammostola actaeon, known as the Brazilian giant tawny red tarantula, is a heavy-bodied terrestrial spider first described by Reginald Innes Pocock in 1903. It inhabits the grasslands and savannas of Brazil and Uruguay, where it constructs burrows in the ground. As a slow-growing theraphosid, it is...

Pterinochilus chordatus, commonly known as the Starburst Baboon Tarantula, is an old-world tarantula native to the savannas and scrublands of East Africa. First described in 1873, the species is recognized by the distinct starburst pattern on its carapace and its orange to brown coloration. As an ol...

Ceratogyrus brachycephalus, commonly known as the Rear-horned Baboon Tarantula, is an arachnid native to the southern regions of Africa. Described by John Hewitt in 1919, the species is anatomically identified by a distinct, rearward-facing protuberance on its carapace known as a foveal horn. As an...