Top 10 LARGEST Tarantulas - Worlds BIGGEST Spiders - GIANT Tarantula!

Today we are counting down the Top 10 Largest Tarantulas in the world! These are some VERY BIG spiders! There are arboreal, terrestrial and fossorial species in this list from both the New World and the Old World. So if you are curious about which species of tarantula is the biggest, heaviest, and has the longest leg span....then you are going to enjoy this video on the largest tarantula!
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00:00 Intro
01:08 #10 King Baboon
01:42 #9 Cameron Red Baboon
02:17 #8 Colombian Giant Redleg
03:19 #7 Pamphobetus
04:18 #6 Colombian Lesserblack
05:05 #5 Fringed Ornamental
06:03 #4 Red Slate Ornamental
06:57 #3 Salmon Pink Birdeater
07:37 #2 Pinkfoot Goliath Birdeater
08:28 #1 Goliath Birdeater
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[@8Leggedpets]

Hey! I sent you a message on Instagram regarding mature males if you’re interested?

[@tarantulacollective]

@@8Leggedpets thanks for the offer, but I am at my limit right now. I can't add any more new additions for a while.

[@8Leggedpets]

@@tarantulacollective oh how I would love to have that many! That’s okay I just thought I’d ask!:) love your Channel by the way! If I ever need information I’m always heading here first :)

[@TheGayAva]

I would love to see a roach/cricket colony care and husbandry video

[@vedastevenson4190]

Ok i will

[@dr4coknight]

Theres one weird top 10 i really want to see: Top 10 FLUFFIEST tarentulas, which ones have the longest hair, the fluffiest look, the puffiest 8-legged little thing there is?

[@AT-on3lr]

That’s actually a very interesting request

[@varantula7454]

Honduran curly hair? Or whatever its called

[@catneedham4913]

YESSS! FLUF-FY! FLUF-FY! FLUF-FY! (pounds table) T albo, C versicolor come to mind instantly, and the cutest and least appropriate one I always want to pet- a bebe Strocal!!! 🤣🤗👹😭😵🤢🤒

[@guttersludge]

my nhandu tripepii is super fluffy

[@bsniped]

@@catneedham4913 Dolichothele diamantinensis 🔥🌶️✔️👌✔️🕷️

[@HoundofOdin]

"You can call me King Solomon, because I'm splitting this baby." I should not have laughed as hard at that as I did.

[@kevintyler9681]

did solomon split babies?

[@HoundofOdin]

@@kevintyler9681 There's a story in the Bible about two women who claimed to be the mother of a baby. King Solomon said they would split the baby in half and each woman could keep half the baby. The woman who objected turned out to be the actual mother.

[@kevintyler9681]

@@HoundofOdin wow never heard that one. creepy stuff.

[@HoundofOdin]

@@kevintyler9681 There's lots of creepy stuff in the Bible if you actually bother to read it.

[@emilypoulton9675]

I watch a few different people when it comes to tarantulas, (exotics lair, dark den, etc) but you are, by far, the most informative tarantula channel I have found! Absolutely loving your content.

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks, glad you enjoy the videos!

[@kevinfurness7691]

King babbon is the biggest I got at moment don't see her a lot but when you do step aside lol

[@lucnadeau2821]

I'm actually surprised this list did not include either A. geniculata or G. pulchripes which reportedly reach 8" in DLS. Stay safe and thanks for sharing :)

[@theblueburrow1801]

Hahaha "I don't care, Spiders are not Tarantulas" I want this as a bumper sicker with you quoted. Gotta have your logo approval of course

[@andrewbriggs7041]

X2

[@Elbamien]

x3

[@duybear4023]

Would like to see Top 10 Smallest Tarantulas.

[@dankauffman8568]

I think he made one of these about eleven months ago .

[@arielholmes8700]

I love that this video is 11:11 minutes long for some reason Also I hate that like every single youtube video needs to have some kind of disclaimer on it these days. Hearing you say that a video about giant tarantulas is going to make so many people mad is so sad.

[@thewraith9446]

I don't know why but I get the feeling that number means something.

[@jgscatsandthings5208]

@@thewraith9446 in numerology I think it's meant to mean Angel numbers, but don't quote me on that.

[@jgscatsandthings5208]

It is silly people get angry over a person's outlook on what they see is their top 10 on whatever topic it is, this week giant tarantulas. Not everyone is going to agree, but should just see it being how the KZbinr (this being Richard) sees it, not something set in stone. It's something fun, and enjoyable.

[@IrieRogue]

Yeah, it's absurd. I've always heard you're supposed to make a wish at 11:11

[@unscripted3209]

@@IrieRogue damn, it's 11:10 long for me

[@erickline1232]

Dude, you produce great content. Your videos are the reason I got into the hobby. Between your content and a couple of others, my daughter (who was terrified of spiders, not any more) and I have been pretty successful at tending to our small collection. Thank you sir.

[@29Man...........]

Ok

[@frostking3566]

Lol honestly surprised A genic wasn't on the lower end of the list they get a solid 7/8 inches and are pretty good size haha still a great list Richard!

[@IrieRogue]

I was surprised, too! I have always heard they can get up to 8 inches.

[@kimbeach7185]

They probably can't then, he said this list was final, and everything in it was 100% correct

[@copystrikecop9362]

Your video quality is legitimately SOOO GOOD. Keep up the amazing work! I was also afraid of tarantulas but you and The Dark Den really got me into these amazing creatures.

[@michellegay1165]

Your videos are so awesome and I really enjoy them even though I'm terrified of spiders. Your videos look effortless but I know you put a lot of hard work in them.

[@Rob_Thorsman]

Tarantula Collective: The biggest tarantulas! (Friday) Clint's Reptiles: ...and we have one right here. (Saturday) Now that is synergy!

[@tarantulacollective]

It is almost like we planned it...lol

[@moonhardt]

Love it!! I really appreciate how you remind us to have fun with the subject!!

[@dukemetzger3784]

I was hesitant watching this video because there is so much misinformation. But this was a good video. I like that you explain your reasons for it being on the list and where it was placed. So well done.

[@natethegreat141990]

😆🤣😂 when you named the number 2 I was thinking "bullshit, that should be the blondi" and then you merged them into the first 😆🤣😂 you had me.

[@georgecardiff1946]

Brilliant video Richard, always enjoy them type of videos.

[@sassicapricemulivrana6939]

Great video Richard!!

[@selenabavisotto9383]

Your content is great! You flawlessly entertain and educate! Another great video! 🕸

[@crystalroessler2781]

Love your content, recently got my second tarantula and look forward to your husbandry videos so I can give them their best lives ❤️

[@cherylmeyer9857]

Richard, always with a smile! You do amazing work with your cameras, thanks for all that you do for the Tarantula community.

[@catherineguest1729]

Awesome vid. Thanks for making it.

[@critterlovermaria506]

What about G. pulchra? I read that they can get up to 8in (hence why they are called the "black labs" of the hobby). Great video again Richard, was a fun video to watch and see more pretty tarantulas!

[@Leoriic]

Or the G pulchripes which is bigger then the G pulchra

[@sithsaiyan4529]

I love you, Richard! You’re one of my favorite channels!!!!!! Edit: why would people hate this video? I’m confused.

[@russellhummel9466]

i LOVE IT !!!! Aeally awesome video !! Keep em' comin' !!

[@psychicvictoriamarie3815]

Loveee your Channell/Contentt! So much information! An awesome camera work Keep It Up 💪 😎 👏

[@angelawheeler7825]

I really love this video, it's really awesome and amazing and fun.😊😊

[@CricketsMa]

Gorgeous examples of these giants! 😍

[@anderwmarcell9503]

Thank you for the information. Knowledge conquers fear .

[@kimperdue]

great video! was very entertaining

[@eaglesguy7421]

Ive learned so much from this channel about tarantulas and can’t wait to get started in the hobby.

[@Diosius1993]

once agian a great video! i appreciate you man :)

[@michaelprocter1298]

Totally freaking awesome man.

[@Burdz-ni8qd]

Yo... First time watching and enjoying. Keep up the good work bro .

[@andymcneil7085]

Both stunning and amazing animals. Great post. I love your stuff.

[@maisymeakin3805]

Love your videos so much!! 🕷

[@arianenicholson2148]

Hello, I just want to say that your videos are kinda helping me get over my fear of spiders. I have severe arachnophobia and it’s hard for me watch and look at spiders but as I’m learning about them more it’s starting to get easier. All I need to do is find the strength and courage to hold a tarantula in my hand.

[@Sgublaka94]

Thanks for giving metric values!

[@tarantulacollective]

No problem!

[@Master-Ganja]

@@tarantulacollective Army Combat Veteran here battling PTSD my buddy suggested Tarantula keeping as a hobby to help me keep my mind occupied he introduced me to ur Vids and u are very helpful in understanding proper care for these animals just wanted to say TY for the info have a question as a beginner would a Chaco Golden Knee be a good start?

[@chloewright1]

"Go ahead, I'll wait" "I'll wait" "I'm not gonna wait" 😂😂😂

[@ajriputra.k3969]

Tarantula is Tarantula. As long is big, hairy and looks absolutely beautiful, then it's good enough for me.

[@frankallen8440]

Thank you. Another informative and humorous video. You have me just about convinced to entire the hobby

[@spokanesurvivaltrainingand5797]

Love your channel

[@deadgrl7740]

My o.violaceopes is growing pretty fast 🥰as far as I can tell he/she will be pretty big

[@kjphorsegirl5218]

Just got a lot of new species for me today, such as the salmon pink bird eater and your channel has helped a lot in figuring them out! Love your videos!

[@victorcontreras9138]

Great topic 😀. Spiders are always an interesting subject.

[@playdead1892]

Great video! I like the clips provided by other channels 👌🏻

[@berkotropia]

Respect for this beautiful creatures! The more I watch them, the more I love them!

[@DaisyRenee713]

Theraphosa RULES! :} all 3 of em :} Great vid Richard

[@cesarvaladez7128]

I love this chanel , love the footage😍

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks my friend!

[@stevencarter87]

1st time watching you really enjoyed it 🕸

[@boyetv603]

Always been very informative

[@tarantulacollective]

Glad you think so!

[@audreymariepetsnstuff]

Yesssss thank you! Loved this video! My pamphobeteus platyomma is my largest in my collection.

[@heidilyberg9273]

I love this channel ❤

[@mariestubbs4606]

Loved the vid ..

[@hanspeterkoch8335]

Thumbs up, Subscribed! Greetings from Austria!

[@PatrickReichelReptileCynrik]

I spy an "Exo Terra" terrarium at 5:18 (actuall there might be a lot of them) and I'd like to say that those are really great!! I got three of them and never had a problem. Also, that's a really cool TOP 10 list! Great shots, amazing spiders, awesome music and a really charismatic narrator! ^^ And the room looks marvelous! Keep it up!!

[@tarantula_town]

🤘🏻I love the track you placed with the P. ornata, very fitting 🕷🖤

[@boduzapho]

First time, good info, subbed

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks. Welcome to the channel. You should check out my newer vids

[@samuelvergues8362]

Your vidéo are very cool man. Just continue like this

[@jonathancovarrubias5411]

What number should the Grammostola Pulchra would be at?

[@Broken_Balisong]

Don’t really like tarantulas but I do love this guy’s energy

[@lottieegerson9899]

Hi! I’m a fairly new curly haired tarantula 🕷️and a Asian Black Forest scorp 🦂mom! Your videos have been a huge help and I love watching them! I was completely lost before I found your channel and I actually was so grateful for you mentioning tarantula cribs. The first enclosure I used for my sling, she escaped on her first night! Ever since I purchased a crib she’s loved it and I can see her which I love too!! 😊keep up the great work and thanks so much again! 😁

[@tarantulacribs]

Great video!

[@tarantulacollective]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kelvinsoto8313]

We love your videos

[@thelost_thelgimir]

First time here! Really enjoyed this video! Your video is filmed so we'll and great information!!! 🕷️🕸️

[@tarantulacollective]

Welcome to my channel! Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed the video, there are about 200 other videos here you should check out! LoL

[@thelost_thelgimir]

@@tarantulacollective I'm already going down the rabbit hole 😂

[@martinnielsen2897]

Very interesting and informative video. I like the scientific approach. Totally beautifull tarantulas. I like the nr 3 most.

[@darrenholding4194]

New subscriber, awesome video fella 👍🏼

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks for the sub!

[@andreaalvey4410]

Awesome!!

[@janicecoffman6616]

Fascinating !

[@Alba1Life]

First time here. Amazing channel 👍

[@AlternativeInverts]

Awesome video dude! There are sone real nice tarantulas on that list 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@tarantulacollective]

thank you my friend!

[@rkthakore921]

This is the best tarantula facts ever

[@ryanchestercortez8915]

Dude, where is Acanthoscurria Geniculata and Avicularia Braunshauseni on your list 🤔

[@matiasairala6308]

thanks for using metric sistem too. Very considerate!!

[@Timmsy]

You make spid... er, tarantulas cool as .. Love the soundtrack Cheers from down under 👍

[@waynesargent2720]

Love your video first time of watching

[@tarantulacollective]

Welcome to my channel and thanks for watching! I have a lot of other tarantula and invert videos as well...I hope you enjoy them as well.

[@charlottebezuidenhout8629]

Love Your video

[@Joe-rm8rs]

Hey Richard great video, I had a L. Parahybana she topped out at around 9 1/4” leg span and weighed according to my digi scale 4.65 oz. Trying to get her to stay on the scale was a bit tricky but was accomplished! That size was obtained in a little over 3 years really fast growing and the size increase upon each molt was staggering! Thanks Richard for all do for the hobby I am going to become a subscriber of your channel bro love Tuesday’s!!!🕷

[@rockymountainspiderfreaks3722]

😂😂😂 great video dude ....we love the big ones 😉 spiders that is 😂😂😂😂😂

[@derrickkauffman8926]

Cool hat dood 👽

[@stevereed5046]

Hi Richard an absolute fascinating subject I’m a blind person down so don’t keep any myself but I love your channel you’re so descriptive and really really really interesting keep the good work up brilliant

[@MOONOVERMIAMI]

Hello great video information Richard

[@joewoodburn5590]

Dude, I am by no means a tarantula keeper (or even enthusiast), but your videos are always interesting and serve as a truly great example of public speaking!

[@bsniped]

I really was waiting for This, just to wait and read😏😅🤭😂🤣

[@johnbest1978]

Awesome video. Love the Goliath birdeater truly one of my favorite tarantulas just a beast of a spider very beautiful. But my favorite of all is the Mexican red knee or the Mexican flame knee always loved them since I was a kid was my first tarantula. And I love pink toes to. Just great video thank you very much.

[@maxxxieee]

Yesssss! Gotta love those big ones! 👍👍👍🕷

[@honeytherat2017]

I love your videos. I love your professionalism and the respect you have for your tarantulas. I am actually scared of spiders. Living in Australia we get pretty big huntsman spiders in the house. I was wondering if you could do a video on the difference between spiders and tarantulas?

[@dankauffman8568]

Thank you Richard !!! I have 10 , 8 , and 1 . Sorta thought O violaceopes would make the list .

[@MacKFaith]

WV native here! love watching your videos!

[@tarantulacollective]

Awesome!

[@caitgems1]

Come this Tuesday, I'll have every one in my collection. The only one I had missing was the M. Robustum which my guy is posting out on Monday 😁 ( thanks Radek)

[@immanus5456]

theraphosa apophysis is by legspan the largest supposedly, with 13 inches on a MM according to the Tarantula Keeper's guide. I have both it and the stirmi and the stirmi has more mass for sure tho.

[@peter455sd]

There's a village in Brazil called Torres that is completelly infested with giant Tarantulas the size of a crab. I went there 50 years ago and managed to stay half an hour before running for my life. That was Hell

[@JasonX00]

Such a bloody nightmare 😳

[@PredatorsReptileCenterMesa]

Very cool

[@notyourboy663]

Great list. I 100% agree. As for the Pamphobeteus, it is tough. I think you made the right call, though.

[@tarantulacollective]

I hope so!

[@Mr_Zyfire]

Love the list, love all your content. But im a little saddened at the lack of mentioning of the hystorcrates Hercules. Hercules baboon tarantula, there may be only one specimen ever caught and its definitely not in hobby but the mystery around this tarantula makes it all that much better

[@jgscatsandthings5208]

Yay enjoyed this. I'm eventually wanting one of the top one Goliath Birdeaters, but just not yet. I do have three Brazilian Salmon Pinks all three slings but had my first Tarantula as a Salmon Pink 25 yrs ago, which became a mature male.

[@nickmassey9104]

Hi new to the channel..Great videos. Informative..my previous tarantula has just passed.

[@drdoolittlefishhobbyist6055]

Good times lol. I was with you all the way there and definately had the same opinion with the number one. All my spiders I have acquired as juvies but I got my first sling a few days ago and omg it was tiny. A P. Irminia and definately the smallest tarantula I have. I even struggle to see it in the enclosure when it's not moving lol. I'm proud to own two L. Parahabana though and cannot wait for them to reach maximum size. Loved this video Richard and hope you and your clan are keeping well.

[@dalagordon2698]

First time watching ❤love Ts

[@tarantulacollective]

Welcome to the channel. There are over 300 videos about tarantulas and other arachnids and exotic pets! I hope you enjoy them.