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‘Rare jewel’: Andhra begins survey to protect endangered Peacock Tarantula

A conservation survey was initiated in Andhra Pradesh to assess the population of the endangered Peacock Tarantula.

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Published on Apr 30, 2026 07:05 pm IST

Tarantula’s feeding time video is the stuff of nightmares but also fascinating to watch

An image of the tarantula eating its food.

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Published on Jul 04, 2020 04:55 pm IST

Couple spots giant spider on window. ‘Nope’ is an appropriate response to viral pic

A picture of the spider on the window.

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Published on Jun 25, 2020 05:44 pm IST

Philippine authorities find 757 tarantulas in gift-wrapped package

Tarantulas inside plastic containers are shown at the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources in metropolitan Manila, Philippines on Wednesday, April 3, 2019. Philippine Customs District Collector Carmelita Talusan said in a statement that 757 live Tarantulas, with an estimated value of P310,000 (about US$6,000), were seized by customs agents at Manila's airport last April 1. The endangered wildlife species were found concealed in gift-wrapped oatmeal and cookie boxes and was shipped from Poland. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)

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Updated on Apr 03, 2019 07:34 pm IST