Theraphosa blondi (3.5cm)

Scientific Name: Theraphosa blondi

Common Name: Goliath Birdeater Tarantula

Type: Terrestrial Opportunistic Burrower

Category: New World

Endemic Location: North Brazil, French Guiana, Guiana, Suriname, South Venezuela

Body length: 4” (11cm)

Diagonal Leg Span (DLS): 11”(28cm)

Urticating Hairs: Yes, Type III 

Growth Rate: Fast

Life Expectancy: Females 25 years / Males 5 years

Recommended Experience Level: Advanced