May 29, 2024 · Meet the 10 biggest spiders in the world. Get the facts about every species, then learn where to find them in the wild.

The world's largest known spider by mass is the goliath bird-eating tarantula (Theraphosa blondi). The species can be found in the rainforests of northern South America and weighs up to 175 g …

Apr 24, 2025 · The biggest spiders in the world include the Goliath Birdeater, Giant Huntsman Spider, and the Brazilian Salmon Pink Birdeater. These spiders are ranked by their leg span …

Jan 14, 2025 · The Goliath birdeater spider, native to South America's rainforests, is the biggest spider in the world, with a leg span reaching up to 12 inches (31 cm). The giant huntsman …

Dec 29, 2024 · Ever wondered what the biggest spider in the world is? This guide shares the top 11 along with where they live and whether or not they're dangerous to humans.

Jun 12, 2025 · The Goliath Birdeater (Theraphosa blondi) holds the record as the largest spider in the world by mass and body size. Native to the rainforests of northern South America, this …

Oct 7, 2025 · Discovered in a Laotian cave in 2001, Heteropoda maxima can stretch its legs an astonishing 12 inches across, making it the widest spider on Earth. This pale, long-legged …

Sep 13, 2022 · Here are the biggest spiders species in the world in ascending order. A member of the huntsman spider family, the Giant Middle Eastern (Cerbalus aravaensis) is native to …

Oct 23, 2025 · The largest spider in the world and the first on our list is the impressively named Goliath birdeater. Hailing from the rainforests of northern South America this is the largest …

The Goliath Birdeater, the world’s largest spider by mass, has a body length of up to 11 inches (28 cm) and a leg span of up to 28 cm (11 inches). This massive size allows it to capture and …