Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula (1993)

Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula (1993) poster

The secrets of the maligned and misunderstood tarantula are brought to light in the Discovery Channel's Predators of the Wild series portrait of the Giant Tarantula. The film presents an intimate look at the largest and most venomous spider species in the world. Shot on location, viewers observe the tarantula close-up as it waits in its 3-foot burrow until its prey of insects, frogs, snakes, birds and rodents come along. Footage also captures the tarantula's deadly mating ritual.

Director: Nick Gordon
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Rob Harrington
Production: Time Warner
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en

Themes

Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World

Keywords

tarantula, nature

More Films by Director: Nick Gordon
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula about?
The secrets of the maligned and misunderstood tarantula are brought to light in the Discovery Channel's Predators of the Wild series portrait of the Giant Tarantula. The film presents an intimate look at the largest and most venomous spider species in the world. Shot on location, viewers observe the tarantula close-up as it waits in its 3-foot burrow until its prey of insects, frogs, snakes, birds and rodents come along. Footage also captures the tarantula's deadly mating ritual.
Who directed Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula?
Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula was directed by Nick Gordon.
Who stars in Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula?
Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula stars William Hootkins.
How long is Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula?
Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
What genre is Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula?
Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula is a Documentary film.
Where was Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula produced?
Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula?
The themes of Predators of the Wild: Giant Tarantula include: Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World.