Arachnophobia is one of the most common fears among humans, and tarantulas do little to further ... a number topped only by the giant huntsman spider with its 12-inch leg span.

They can have a leg span of up to 12 inches (30.5 cm), and they have flattened bodies that help them thrive in narrow spaces. The body of the huntsman spider is relatively small compared to its ...

While they may incite fear due to their impressive dimensions, these spiders play crucial roles in their ecosystems and have become subjects of significant scientific interest and study.

The huntsman spider is one of the fastest and most agile arachnids on the planet. The species is often confused with tarantulas because of the hairy bodies, but their distinguishing trait is their ...