Dark Earth Tiger Tarantula | Chilobrachys Kaeng Krachen (Med) is a specialist live invertebrate for keepers who can provide stable, species-appropriate conditions. The care information below is intended as a practical husbandry guide for the animal sold under this listing.

Overview

• Origin: Thailand
• Natural habitat: humid tropical forest; fossorial
• Adult size: about 7 cm body length
• Lifespan: Females commonly 10–15+ years
• Difficulty level: Advanced

Temperament & Handling

Extremely fast and defensive Old World species. Never handle.

Enclosure

Recommended enclosure: Adult: about 30 × 30 × 30 cm

Temperature: 24–30 °C
Humidity: 80–90%
Substrate: 15–20 cm of deep, compactable moisture-retentive substrate

Décor & hides: starter burrow, cork and webbing anchor points

Feeding & Water

Feeding: Crickets, roaches and locusts.

Water: Fresh water dish; maintain humid lower substrate without waterlogging.

Special Care

Expect extensive burrowing and webbing. Rehousing requires planning and long tools.

Compatibility

Keep singly.

Please note

Care requirements can vary with age, size, sex and individual behaviour. Monitor the animal and enclosure closely and adjust husbandry where required.

Live Animals Are Click and Collect Only

Please note that we do not ship live animals. You can order online and collect in store.