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Bird Eating Spider Collection

The world of arachnids is filled with fascinating and sometimes terrifying creatures, such as the bird-eating spider

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Bird-Killing Spiders; Naturalist on the Amazons, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Bird-Killing Spiders; Naturalist on the Amazons, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Bird-Killing Spiders; Naturalist on the Amazons, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Harmful insects from hot countries (coloured engraving)

Harmful insects from hot countries (coloured engraving)
997401 Harmful insects from hot countries (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Illustration of animals above ground and in burrows

Illustration of animals above ground and in burrows

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula (Brachypelma smithi), bird-eating spider

Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula (Brachypelma smithi), bird-eating spider

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Pinkfoot Goliath Birdeater (Theraphosa apophysis) adult, close up of legs and head (captive)

Pinkfoot Goliath Birdeater (Theraphosa apophysis) adult, close up of legs and head (captive)

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Greenbottle Blue Tarantula (Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens) adult

Greenbottle Blue Tarantula (Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens) adult, standing on reflective surface (captive)

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Brazilian Black Velvet Tarantua (Grammostola pulchra) adult, standing on reflective surface

Brazilian Black Velvet Tarantua (Grammostola pulchra) adult, standing on reflective surface (captive)

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Western Desert Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes) adult, with leg missing, crossing path, Zion N

Western Desert Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes) adult, with leg missing, crossing path, Zion N. P. Utah, U. S. A
Western Desert Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes) adult, with leg missing, crossing path, Zion N.P. Utah, U.S.A. October

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Chilean Rose Tarantula (Grammostola rosea) adult, close-up of fang, Chile

Chilean Rose Tarantula (Grammostola rosea) adult, close-up of fang, Chile

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Chilean Tarantula (Grammostola porteri) adult female

Chilean Tarantula (Grammostola porteri) adult female

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: King Baboon Spider (Citharischius crawshayi) adult, in defensive posture

King Baboon Spider (Citharischius crawshayi) adult, in defensive posture

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Common Pinktoe Tarantula (Avicularia avicularia) adult, resting on leaf (captive)

Common Pinktoe Tarantula (Avicularia avicularia) adult, resting on leaf (captive)

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Red-kneed Tarantula (Eurypelma smithi) Close-up - endangered - Mexico

Red-kneed Tarantula (Eurypelma smithi) Close-up - endangered - Mexico

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Mexican Redleg Tarantula (Brachypelma emilia) adult, on sand (captive)

Mexican Redleg Tarantula (Brachypelma emilia) adult, on sand (captive)

Background imageBird Eating Spider Collection: Peruvian Tarantula (Pamphobeteus sp. ) two young, feeding on Amazon Snouted Treefrog

Peruvian Tarantula (Pamphobeteus sp. ) two young, feeding on Amazon Snouted Treefrog (Scinax ictericus) prey
Peruvian Tarantula (Pamphobeteus sp.) two young, feeding on Amazon Snouted Treefrog (Scinax ictericus) prey, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru


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The world of arachnids is filled with fascinating and sometimes terrifying creatures, such as the bird-eating spider. These harmful insects from hot countries are a sight to behold, as depicted in this beautifully colored engraving. The illustration showcases various animals both above ground and in burrows, highlighting the diverse habitats these spiders inhabit. One notable species is the Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula, also known as the bird-eating spider. With its striking appearance and impressive size, it captivates onlookers with its close-up legs and chelicerae. Similarly captivating is the Pinkfoot Goliath Birdeater, an adult specimen that displays intricate details of its legs and head when observed up close. Another captivating tarantula featured here is the Greenbottle Blue Tarantula. This stunning creature stands gracefully on a reflective surface, showcasing its vibrant blue coloration. Equally mesmerizing is the Brazilian Black Velvet Tarantula; standing on another reflective surface, it exudes elegance with its glossy black body. In contrast to these visually appealing specimens, we see a Western Desert Tarantula bravely crossing a path despite having lost one of its legs. This resilient creature reminds us of nature's ability to adapt and survive even under challenging circumstances. The Chilean Rose Tarantula offers an intimate view of its fangs up close—a reminder of their potent venom used for hunting prey in their native habitat of Chile. Lastly, we encounter the King Baboon Spider—an adult female displaying her formidable fangs—emphasizing why she holds such a regal title among arachnid enthusiasts. These illustrations provide glimpses into the intriguing world of bird-eating spiders—creatures that simultaneously evoke fear and awe due to their unique characteristics and behaviors.