Availability 🕷️ Fast Facts Common name: Goliath Birdeater Scientific name: Theraphosa blondi Origin: Northern South America (Amazon rainforest) Leg span: Up to ~11–12 inches (28–30 cm) Body length: ~4.5–5 inches (11–13 cm) Lifespan: Females: 15–25 years Males: 3–6 years Temperament: Defensive, not beginner-friendly Venom: Mild to moderate (bee-sting level) Type: Terrestrial burrower 🏠 Enclosure Setup Size Juvenile: small critter keeper Adult: at least 18” x 18” x