Monster spider

I never imagined I would find a spider as big as the rain spiders of South Africa, but here it is! At least 6cm across including legs. Thrilled!

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

6cm...giant is no understatement. Nicely done!

And your excitement about spiders does trigger me. I hope you're willing to lend a hand here:

It's an awesome one, hoping we can get a sense of direction of where to look, as I'm clueless. Posted 7 years ago, modified 7 years ago
1. Claire Hamilton
  
  Lion
  
  Wow, that is gorgeous. I will certainly try! Posted 7 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    Thanks so much! Posted 7 years ago
  2. 1. Claire Hamilton
      
      Lion
      
      Done! Posted 7 years ago

The Giant house spider

The giant house spider is one of the biggest spiders of Central and Northern Europe. Previously belonging to the genus ''Tegenaria'' , it is now a member of the newly described genus ''Eratigena'' and is a close relative of both the domestic house spider and the infamous hobo spider. The bite of this species does not pose a threat to humans or pets, and it is generally reluctant to bite, preferring to escape.

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Similar species: Spiders

Species identified by Claire Hamilton