Brazilian Wandering Spider

The aggressive and extremely deadly Brazilian Wandering Spider (Phoneutria fera). Brazil is where it got its start, therefore the name. However, other members of this genus have been found in South and Central America. The Ctenidae family of wandering spiders includes the Brazilian Wandering spider. Because it is the most deadly animal, the Brazilian Wandering spider was listed in the 2007 Guinness Book of World Records. There are five comparable species in this particular genus that are likewise quite venomous. They include some of the comparatively rare spider species that are dangerous to people.

The leg span of the Brazilian wandering spider can increase to 4 to 5 inches. They are huge, hairy spiders with a spindly appearance, and they have eight eyes, including two large eyes. Brazilian wandering spiders move quickly, have strong, spiny legs, and striking red fangs that they flash when agitated.