Orange Baboon Tarantula | Pterinochilus murinus
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| Attribute | Details |
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| Common Name | Orange Baboon Tarantula (OBT) |
| Scientific Name | Pterinochilus murinus |
| Origin | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania) |
| Adult Size | 12–15 cm leg span |
| Lifespan | Females: 10–12 years, Males: 3–4 years |
| Activity | Terrestrial / semi-arboreal, nocturnal predator |
Behavior
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Extremely fast, defensive, and highly territorial.
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Known for building extensive webbing throughout the enclosure.
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Active hunter that will quickly capture prey.
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Not suitable for handling due to speed and defensive temperament.
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 for burrowing
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Decor: Cork bark, branches, and hides to anchor webbing
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Humidity: 50–60% (relatively dry species)
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Temperature:
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Day: 24–28°C
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Night: 20–22°C
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Lighting: Low light; indirect only
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Ventilation: Good airflow to prevent stagnant conditions
Compatibility
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Must be housed singly; highly aggressive toward other spiders.
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Avoid housing with any other invertebrates.
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 or superworms
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Feed juveniles 2–3× per week; adults 1–2× per week
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Provide a shallow water dish
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Remove uneaten prey after 24 hours
Care Tips
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Avoid handling; species is extremely fast and defensive.
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Provide anchor points for webbing and hides for security.
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Spot-clean regularly and maintain dry substrate conditions.
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Ensure enclosure lid is secure to prevent escapes.
Breeding
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Oviparous; females produce egg sacs containing several hundred eggs.
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Incubation period typically 6–8 weeks depending on temperature and humidity.
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Spiderlings are independent and require small live prey.
Visual Quick Guide
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🏠 Enclosure: ≥30–40 L, substrate, hides, webbing anchors
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🌡️ Temp: Day 24–28°C / Night 20–22°C
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💧 Humidity: 50–60%
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🍴 Diet: Carnivorous (live insects)
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🕒 Activity: Nocturnal, terrestrial/semi-arboreal hunter
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⚠️ Stress: Avoid handling; provide webbing structure and secure lid
Please note: We don't ship live animals. You can order online and choose click and collect, and we will hold it for you.
