Goliath bird-eating spiders are the biggest tarantulas in the world. They live in the deep rainforests of northern South America. Despite their intimidating name, they don't frequently eat birds.

The Goliath birdeater (Theraphosa blondi) is a very large spider that belongs to the tarantula family Theraphosidae. Found in northern South America, it is the largest spider in the world by …

Apr 21, 2025 · Meet the goliath birdeater, the largest tarantula species on Earth. This spider is so big, it can span the size of a dinner plate, making it the undisputed heavyweight of the …

May 5, 2020 · Although it has the physical ability to prey on birds — and occasionally it does — the so-called Goliath bird-eating tarantula mainly preys on frogs, insects, and rodents. The …

Sep 23, 2025 · Despite its name, this spider rarely eats birds, yet its hunting skills and natural dominance make it a true marvel of the rainforest. Native to South America, it has become a …

Despite the name, there have been very few confirmed cases of this spider eating birds. It’s certainly large enough to take on a hatchling in a nest, but the chances of any medium-sized …

The goliath birdeater spider is a brown or black tarantula found in the deep Amazonian rainforests of northern South America. It is widely considered the largest arachnid by mass.

Nov 26, 2025 · Eastern tarantulas move surprisingly fast when hunting. The eastern tarantula — also known as the bird-eating tarantula, Queensland whistling tarantula, or barking spider — is …

Mar 5, 2025 · Some people wonder if spiders can eat birds. The answer is yes, but it doesn’t happen often. Only certain types of tarantulas can catch and eat birds. These large spiders …

Research in tropical ecology indicates that these tarantulas serve as keystone predators, regulating large invertebrate populations. Although sensationalized media reports often …