The Biggest Spider in the World (by Weight and by Leg Span)
Key Takeaways 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 spider, found in Laos, holds the record for the largest leg span at around 12 inches. It prefers to hunt instead of building … Read more