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Huntsman Spiders: Facts, Habitat, Ecological Role
All you need to know about these mostly solitary ambush hunters
Text by: Femi Benny
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated October 24, 2025
Text by: Femi Benny
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated October 24, 2025
2 min read
All you need to know about these mostly solitary ambush hunters
What do huntsman spiders eat?
Huntsman spiders’ diet comprises insects and other small vertebrates.
Are huntsman spiders venomous?
Yes, huntsman spiders are venomous.
What is the size of huntsman spiders?
The leg span of some huntsman spider species can reach up to 30 cm.
About the Authors
Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!