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The giant huntsman spider (Heteropoda maxima) is a species of the huntsman spider family Sparassidae found in Laos. [3] It is considered the world's largest spider by leg span, [3] which can reach up to 30 cm (1 ft). [4]
May 22, 2024 · Giant huntsman spiders are the largest member of the huntsman spider family Sparassidae with a leg span stretching up to 12 inches across — roughly the size of a dinner plate.
The giant huntsman spider is a species of huntsman spider found in a single cave complex in Laos, Asia. This particular huntsman spider was only discovered in 2001, but already holds the title for the biggest leg span of any spider in the world.
Jun 2, 2024 · The huntsman spider is one of the biggest spider species on this planet. The spider’s body is about 2cm in lenth (or just less than an inch), but the spider’s legs can stretch as long as 15 cm (~6 inches).
Dec 4, 2023 · Giant huntsman spider facts, location, how big is it, habitat, are they dangerous and poisonous, and pictures.
Many species grow very large – in Laos, male giant huntsman spiders (Heteropoda maxima) attain a legspan of 25–30 centimetres (9.8–11.8 in).
Nov 4, 2016 · A gargantuan huntsman spider has gone viral this week, looking like it crawled straight out of your nightmares. The huntsman, named Charlotte, was rescued last year by an Australian animal shelter, and is now "living in peace" on their farm.