Real Tarantula in Acrylic Globe Inventory - Museum of Osteology This species was only known

This species was only known from fossil records and thought to be extinct until 1861 when a pod stranded in Germany

4 cm (1 - 1

is a large primate found throughout Southern Africa

relatively long wings

This large flightless bird nests in colonies up to 10

Real Tarantula in Acrylic Globe Inventory - Museum of Osteology This species was only knownTarantulas are large, hairy spiders belonging to the family Theraphosidae, with over 900 species found worldwide. They are known for their intimidating appearance and venomous bite, though most species are relatively harmless to humans. Tarantulas are primarily nocturnal hunters, preying on insects, small vertebrates, and sometimes even birds. They inhabit a variety of habitats, including forests, deserts, and grasslands, often burrowing underground