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Hairy giant tarantula: The monster among mini tarantulas with ‘feather duster’ legs

Name: Hairy giant tarantula (Trichopelma grande) Where it lives: Western Cuba What it eats: Insects, lizards, frogs and other small reptiles Why it’s awesome: Arachnophobes may not appreciate the discovery of a never-before-seen “giant” tarantula species, but for fans of these misunderstood creatures, Trichopelma grande is a special find. Not only is it larger and […]