10 Scary Animals that are Actually Harmless

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9. Goliath Birdeater

If you are aracnophobic, the Goliath Birdeater is probably your worst nightmare, for it is a member of the tarantula family and the largest spider in the world. However, this hairy South American species is almost harmless to humans: their venom’s effect compares to that of a wasp’s sting.

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