Tarantula (Schleich #14829)

Catalog Number 14829
Dimensions 3.15 x 2.76 x 0.79 inch (W x D x H)
Age Recommendation 3-8 years

Tarantulas are among the largest spiders in the world. In contrast to many other spiders, they do not spin a web, but lay in wait for their prey especially frogs, mice and birds. People don’t have to be afraid of them. Tarantulas may have a strong bite, but they are good-natured, and their venom is weaker than that of bees.

FUN FACT

Tarantulas are fragile animals. Even a fall from a low height can be fatal to them.

SCIENTIFIC FACTS

• Scientific name :Theraphosidae
• Conservation Status :Near threatened
• Primary habitat :Subtropical Forest