How Big Is a Tarantula? Average Size in cm & Worksheet

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Tarantula is about 5.0 cm tall, 16.0 cm wide, and 12.0 cm deep.

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Visual English Lesson

Tarantula

A tarantula is a large hairy spider about 16 cm across including its legs.

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I can see a Tarantula.

The Tarantula is an insect.

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Which measurement tells how tall it is?

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About Tarantula

A tarantula is a large hairy spider about 16 cm across including its legs.

Size Overview

A Tarantula is about 5 cm tall, 16 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. A tarantula is a large hairy spider about 16 cm across including its legs.

16.0 cm
Width
5.0 cm
Height
12.0 cm
Depth

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A tarantula is a big furry spider — but most are gentle and shy!

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