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Spiders in Costa Rica

Spiders found in Costa Rica include 6 unique species from confirmed sightings by contributing members of Spider ID. It is important to remember that spiders seen in Costa Rica are not bound by the territorial lines decided on by humans, therefore their distribution is subject to change. Occasionally, spiders can be found well outside of their known range due to being intentionally or accidentally transported by humans in cars, luggage, and other belongings.

6 Species Found in Costa Rica

Aphonopelma seemanni
(Costa Rican Zebra Tarantula)
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Argiope argentata
(Silver Garden Spider)
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Eriophora fuliginea
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2 pictures
Eriophora ravilla
(Tropical Orb-weaver)
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133 pictures
Phoneutria boliviensis
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2 pictures
Trichonephila clavipes
(Golden Silk Orb-weaver)
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