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No, it's the third largest.
The first largest spider is the Giant Huntsman Spider.
The second largest spider is the Goliath Birdeater Spider.
The third largest spider is the Camel Spider.
Large spiders, such as camel spiders, are commonly mistaken to have ten legs instead of eight. The two limbs in front that many people mistake for legs are actually ultra-sensitive feelers which feel for prey by sensing vibrations on the ground.
It should also be pointed out that camel spiders are not actually officially considered spiders. They are actually called Solifugae. Which do belong in the Arachnid group, but are not directly spiders. They are closely related to scorpions. Camel spiders were given their name before scientists realised they aren't actually officially spiders. One of the many great mistakes of zoology.
A camel spider is an arachnid belonging to the order Solifugae, also known as a solifugid. A camel spider lacks a pedicel - the segment separating the cephalothorax and the abdomen, and is therefore not a true spider.
Camel spiders can vary in size, but they typically range from 1 to 6 inches in length, depending on the species.
Camel spiders are typically found in arid regions such as deserts and scrublands in various parts of the world, including the Middle East, North Africa, and southwestern United States. They prefer sandy or rocky environments and are most active at night.
Camel spiders and Goliath spiders are two different species of spiders. While both are large and formidable-looking, Goliath spiders are larger and heavier than camel spiders. Camel spiders are more commonly found in arid regions, while Goliath spiders are native to tropical forests in Africa and South America. Both spiders are not venomous to humans, but they can deliver painful bites if provoked.
A Camel Spider is Warm Blooded
The Goliath birdeater (Theraphosa blondi) is considered the world's largest spider by mass and size. It is native to South America and can have a leg span of up to 11 inches.
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