Real Tarantulas

Big Hairy Fellow       Tarantulas belong to the order Araneae. The name originated with the European wolf spider, Lycosa tarantula - family Lycosidae. It's bite is not dangerous.  American tarantulas belong to the family Theraphosidae. These are large, hairy spiders that live in the southwestern United States, Central America, South America, and other New World tropical regions. One large species of this group is the Eurypelma californica. It's bite is painful, but reportedly not fatal to humans.

One Big Dude! - Great Display Value

Giant Tarantula, Framed
This fellow is huge.  Measures between six and half and seven inches between opposing leg endings.  Beautifully framed in a red oak shadow box with glass on both sides.  Can be hung on a wall or used as a free-standing display A truly magnificent specimen.  .
Order No. LA405-RK.   Only $149.95


Great item for your desk. Giant Tarantula Paperweight
Clear Acrylic Dome.  3 1/2" inch diameter.
Order No. LA405-PG. Only $37.50

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PLEASE NOTE: All of our butterflies, moths, beetles, spiders, and other arthropods are raised on special ranches for collectors.   None are taken from the wild, and none are endangered.  Due to the nature of real specimens, most items are made upon order.  
Please allow 3 to 6 weeks for delivery for all real specimens.  Certain specimens are only available seasonally.

 

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