Talk:Spider Physiology/@comment-5684618-20130126094735

Yes, quite a few actually. Giant Baboon Spider, Honduran Curlyhair, Arizona Blonde Tarantula, King Baboon Spider, Columbian Lesserblack Tarantula. My friend just pointed out that there are several species of Wolf Spider as well that are capable of burrowing also. So I suppose this isn't just specific to either suborder anymore.

I have found a bit more about the Urticating Hairs/Needle Projection of various Tarantula. They are said to differ in affect from species to species ranging from simple irritation to the skin to more dangerously swelling of the lungs and airway if one is struck in the face/throat area or accidentally inhales them. They are also capable of causing permanent damage to the human eye if the barbed hair strikes it. Several species have also been known to kill rodents by flinging these projectiles at them.