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On average, a huntsman spider's leg span can reach up to 6 inches (15 cm), while their bodies measure about 0.7 inches (1.8 cm) long.
Like most spiders, apart from the Uloboridae and some Liphistiidae and Holarchaeidae, Sparassidae use venom to immobilize prey. They have been known to inflict serious defensive bites on humans.
Nontoxic harmless Australian Huntsman spider belongs to the Family Sparassidae and is famed by terrifying people. This particular one agreed to pose for me in front of my door in return I’ve helped him get away.
Townsville, QLD, Australia.
Not quite 'dinner plate' size but large enough to make me take an involuntary step back !