Tarantula意思

"Tarantula"這個詞在英語中通常指的是一種大型、毛茸茸的蜘蛛，屬於蛛形綱、蛛形目、跳蛛科。這些蜘蛛原產於美洲、非洲和亞洲的熱帶地區，但它們中的一些種類已經被引入到世界其他地方。

Tarantulas are known for their size, with some species reaching a leg span of up to 11 inches (28 cm). They are generally docile and non-aggressive, and they are often kept as pets by enthusiasts. However, they can bite if they feel threatened, and their bites can be painful, although they are not considered dangerous to healthy adults.

Tarantulas have a venomous bite, but their venom is typically not strong enough to cause serious harm to humans. Some species have venom that can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and sweating, but these effects are usually mild and short-lived.

In addition to their size and venom, tarantulas are also known for their hairy bodies and legs, which can cause an allergic reaction in some people. They are also capable of producing silk, which they use to line their burrows and to wrap their prey.

The name "tarantula" is thought to originate from the Italian city of Taranto, where a type of large spider was once found. These spiders were once believed to be the source of a condition known as tarantism, which was characterized by dancing mania and other symptoms that were thought to be caused by the bite of a wolf spider. However, it is now known that tarantism was likely a form of mass hysteria that was not related to spider bites.