Behavior

• Large, bold tarantula known for its striking pink/purple coloration.

• Generally defensive and quick to flick urticating hairs when disturbed.

• Terrestrial species that may dig shallow burrows or hide under bark.

• Not recommended for handling due to defensive temperament.

Enclosure Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 40–50 liters for a single adult

• Substrate: 10–15 cm of coconut fiber, soil, or peat moss to allow burrowing

• Decor: Cork bark, hides, and logs for shelter

• Humidity: 70–80%

• Temperature:

  • Day: 24–28°C

  • Night: 20–24°C

• Lighting: Low light; indirect only

• Ventilation: Moderate airflow to prevent mold

Compatibility

• Must be housed singly; highly territorial toward other spiders.

• Avoid housing with any other invertebrates.

Diet

• Carnivorous; feeds on live prey:

  • Crickets

  • Roaches

  • Mealworms or superworms

• Feed juveniles 2–3× per week; adults 1–2× per week

• Provide a shallow water dish for drinking

• Remove uneaten prey after 24 hours

Care Tips

• Avoid handling; defensive and can flick irritating hairs.

• Maintain humid substrate but avoid waterlogging.

• Provide secure hides to reduce stress.

• Spot-clean regularly and ensure good ventilation.

• Secure lid required as tarantulas can climb when exploring.

Breeding

• Oviparous; females produce egg sacs containing several hundred eggs.

• Incubation period usually 6–8 weeks depending on temperature and humidity.

• Spiderlings are independent once hatched and require small live prey.

Visual Quick Guide

• 🏠 Enclosure: ≥40–50 L, deep substrate, hides

• 🌡️ Temp: Day 24–28°C / Night 20–24°C

• 💧 Humidity: 70–80%

• 🍴 Diet: Carnivorous (live insects)

• 🕒 Activity: Nocturnal, terrestrial hunter

• ⚠️ Stress: Avoid handling; provide hides and stable humidity

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