Huntsman Spider
Heteropoda venatoria
Adult Heteropoda venatoria are large, flat huntsman spiders often found under bark, in vegetation, and around buildings in warm regions. They are active nocturnal hunters that chase and seize cockroaches, moths, and other arthropods instead of using a capture web. Their venom helps subdue prey, but bites to people are usually defensive and not considered medically dangerous. The long laterigrade legs give them a crab-like stance and exceptional speed across walls and ceilings.
- Type
- Swift / Venom
- Conservation status
- NE