5-4-2024 MONTE CORONA, VALENCIA - HUNTSMAN SPIDER (Olios argelasius) NIKON P900

Olios argelasius is a species of huntsman spider found in the Mediterranean Basin. It was first described by Charles Athanase Walckenaer in 1805.

The Olios argelasius can cause toxic reactions with a wide range of severity. However, the toxins are typically targeted at their prey and predators. They are usually not fatal to humans.

The Olios argelasius can be identified with their yellowish-brown coloring and two sets of four eyes stack on top of each other. It lives in dry areas and tends to be jumpy with approaching humans. They can hardly hurt people. So don't yell at them, you'll freak them out.