How Fast Are Huntsman Spiders?
WouterWhen it comes to speed, you may be surprised to know that the Huntsman spider is a fast-moving species. Its speed varies depending on the individual species. Generally, these spiders can run at more than five meters per second. Some can reach speeds of up to a mile per minute.
Huntsman spiders are known to be fast predators. They hunt insects, geckos and other invertebrates. These spiders are also useful in controlling cockroach numbers.
When hunting prey, they use their legs to stretch out. This allows them to squeeze into small cracks, gaps and even tree bark. The Huntsman spider can also jump up to a yard or more from one place to another.
A female Huntsman lays up to 200 eggs in an egg sac. It produces a flat oval egg sac of silk. She then guards the egg sac for three weeks.
The female Huntsman may become aggressive during the egg-laying and hatching process. If she feels threatened, she will bite.
As young spiders grow, they begin to develop dark spots. In time, their color fades as their skin grows. Most of them live for less than a year.
The Huntsman spider is a social animal. You can find them in homes and cars. However, they are not dangerous. Their venom is not toxic to humans.
The male and female Huntsman live in close proximity for months. Both species have been known to coexist in large family groups.
