{"product_id":"framed-huntsman-spider-specimen-heteropoda-venatoria-6-x-6","title":"Framed huntsman spider specimen: heteropoda venatoria (6\" x 6\")","description":"Order limit: $250 (approx. £187) per transaction.\u003cbr\u003eIf you'd like to purchase more, please place separate orders. I’ll happily refund any extra shipping costs.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHeteropoda venatoria, the huntsman spider or giant crab spider from Indonesia, frame 6\" x 6\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Heteropoda venatoria**, commonly known as the **huntsman spider** or **giant crab spider**, is a large, fast-moving arachnid found in **tropical and subtropical regions worldwide**. Originally native to **Asia**, it has spread to many warm climates, including the **Americas, Africa, and Australia**, often thriving in human-inhabited areas like homes, warehouses, and gardens. This spider is recognized for its **long legs, flattened body, and brownish coloration with subtle patterns**, which help it camouflage against tree bark and walls. Unlike web-building spiders, the huntsman relies on its speed and agility to actively hunt down prey, mainly feeding on insects like cockroaches, making it a beneficial presence in homes.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDespite their intimidating size, **Heteropoda venatoria** is **harmless to humans**, with venom that is not medically significant. They prefer to stay hidden during the day and become active at night, using their excellent vision and swift movements to ambush prey. Males can be distinguished from females by their slimmer bodies and longer legs, while females carry their egg sacs under their bodies until the spiderlings hatch. Due to their adaptability and pest-control benefits, these spiders are often tolerated or even welcomed in some regions. However, their sudden, rapid movements can startle people, leading to misconceptions about their danger.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing responsible conscious trading.\nThis allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease consider that the specimen you will receive may slightly differ in size, shape or colour from the picture shown as you are purchasing a natural product.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease note: In our selection of white frames, the inner box frame—the part that creates the depth of the shadow box—is currently only available in black, as white versions are not available at this time. The outer frame remains white.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis detail has not been an issue in over six years of offering this product, but we wanted to proactively inform you to ensure full transparency.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis applies only to deep frame items. Shadow boxes, if selected, come with a white inner frame.","brand":"INSECTRUM","offers":[{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887228875016,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES191","price":33.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887228907784,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES192","price":33.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887228940552,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES193","price":33.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887228973320,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES194","price":33.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/6997bad0a6cd4c9481f9c2db.png?v=1774646600","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-huntsman-spider-specimen-heteropoda-venatoria-6-x-6","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}