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Brazilian salmon birdeater tarantula

Tropics·Invertebrate

This species of tarantula, which hails from north-eastern Brazil, is sometimes considered to be the fourth largest in the world. Typically these tarantulas are all black in color until they reach maturity, where they grow pink-red hairs along their legs and body. They typically stay low to the ground and are known for ambushing prey rather than hunting.

  • Conservation StatusUnlisted
  • Life spanMales around 5 years, females around 25
  • Body size9-11 inches
  • Native habitat Tropical rainforest of North eastern Brazil
  • DietLarge insects, occasionally small amphibians and reptiles
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