Interesting Facts About Tarantula Spiders

Tarantulas are a large family of spiders with over 900 species, primarily found in tropical regions. All species in this family are venomous, categorized into two types: those with strong venom and those with weak venom.

Some species display beautiful forms and are easy to tame, making them popular pets. This eight-legged furry spider can be found almost everywhere except Antarctica and can live for 10 to 25 years. Due to their massive size and two black fangs, many people are terrified of them.

Let’s explore some interesting facts about tarantulas in the infographic below!

• Video: Giant Tarantula writhing as it suffers a painful sting… piercing the sky just after an ant bite
• Discovery of a new giant Tarantula species hiding inside bamboo
• Chilling images of “giant” spiders preying on mice, lizards, and frogs