A giant spider species from Africa has been found at a London primary school Staff screamed when the huntsman spider leapt ... species can deliver a painful bite, they're not considered dangerous ...

Mr Aldridge added: "We've had a few creatures in our containers over the years, including a lizard, but he's definitely the biggest spider." The giant huntsman variety can grow to up to 30cm in ...

Huntsman spiders are considered to be the world's largest spider by leg span. They can reach around 28cm when fully grown. Despite possessing venom, they are reluctant to bite and are not ...