Kilimanjaro Mustard Baboon Tarantula (Pterinochilus murinus “Kilimanjaro Mustard”)
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Kilimanjaro Mustard Baboon Tarantula (Pterinochilus chordatus) Care Sheet
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
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| Common Name | Kilimanjaro Mustard Baboon Tarantula |
| Scientific Name | Pterinochilus chordatus |
| Origin | East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya) |
| Adult Size | 12–15 cm leg span |
| Lifespan | Females: 8–12 years, Males: 3–4 years |
| Activity | Terrestrial / burrowing, nocturnal predator |
Behavior
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Extremely fast, defensive, and aggressive; not suitable for handling.
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Burrower; spends most of the day hidden in substrate or under decor.
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Active hunter at night; may display threat posture when disturbed.
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Known for potent venom relative to size; highly defensive.
Enclosure Requirements
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Tank Size: Minimum 30–40 liters for a single adult
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Substrate: 8–12 cm of coconut fiber, soil, or peat moss; slightly moist but well-drained
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Decor: Cork bark, rocks, logs; provide secure burrow or hide
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Humidity: 60–70%
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Temperature:
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Day: 24–28°C
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Night: 20–24°C
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Lighting: Low light; indirect only
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Ventilation: Moderate airflow; avoid stagnant air
Compatibility
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Best housed singly; aggressive and highly territorial.
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Avoid cohabiting with other spiders or small arthropods.
Diet
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Carnivorous; feeds on live prey:
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Crickets
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Roaches
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Mealworms / superworms
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Feed juveniles 2–3× per week; adults 1× per week
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Provide shallow water dish
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Remove uneaten prey after 24 hours
Care Tips
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Avoid handling; very fast and defensive.
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Maintain proper substrate and humidity for burrowing and molting.
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Provide secure burrows and hiding places.
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Spot-clean regularly; remove mold and waste.
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Ensure secure lid; escape-prone if stressed.
Visual Quick Guide
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🏠 Enclosure: ≥30–40 L, burrowable substrate, hides
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🌡️ Temp: Day 24–28°C / Night 20–24°C
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💧 Humidity: 60–70%
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🍴 Diet: Carnivorous (live insects)
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🕒 Activity: Nocturnal, burrowing predator
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⚠️ Stress: Avoid handling; provide secure burrows
Please note: We don't ship live animals. You can order online and choose click and collect, and we will hold it for you.
