Meet the Fringed Ornamental Tarantula (Poecilotheria ornata)! This stunning spider is known for its striking patterns, speed and unique defensive behaviors such as rubbing its specialized hairs on its legs to create a hissing sound to ward off predators. This species can be found in the lush rainforests of Sri Lanka. Come catch a glimpse of the Fringed Ornamental Tarantula now through October 31 during our Spiders Around the World exhibition. Learn more at butterflies.org/spidersaroundtheworld. #ButterflyPavilion #FringedOrnamentalTarantula #SpidersAroundTheWorld #SATW #Arachnids #Spiders