Puerto Rican Pinktoe | Caribena laeta
Plan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.
At a Glance
| Origin & natural habitat |
Puerto rico; ground-level retreats and burrows. |
| Adult size |
Approximately 13 cm diagonal leg span; females are generally larger. |
| Lifespan |
Females may live around 10–12 years; males usually only a few years. |
| Temperament |
Individuals vary; allow time to settle before any handling. |
| Activity |
Activity varies; give the animal sheltered resting places. |
| Social needs |
House individually. |
Housing & Setup
Enclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.
| Adult housing |
Adult planning recommendation: around 40 × 30 × 35 cm or larger, with deep substrate and a low clear distance to the lid to limit fall injury. Spiderlings need a smaller escape-proof grow-out container, expanded as they grow. |
| Temperature |
Confirm the species-specific temperature gradient with our team before purchase. |
| Lighting & UVB |
A regular day/night cycle with darkness at night; specialist UVB is not required. Avoid direct sunlight and overheating. |
| Humidity / moisture |
Confirm the humidity and moisture requirements of the species supplied. |
| Substrate |
Species-appropriate, pesticide-free substrate; avoid aromatic woods. |
| Furnishings & filtration |
Secure hides and furnishings; drinking water must remain accessible. |
Behaviour & Compatibility
Keep separately from other species. Allow the animal to settle and keep handling short and supported.
Feeding & Nutrition
Confirm the animal’s current food and feeding schedule with our reptile team. Do not substitute a diet intended for a different species.
Routine Care
Check food, water or drinking droplets, ventilation and substrate moisture regularly. Remove waste and spoiled food promptly; avoid disturbing animals during moulting. Keep doors and ventilation gaps secure.
Important Before Buying
Run and check the enclosure before collection. Adult housing requirements apply even when the animal is sold as a baby. Confirm the animal’s current food, age and supplement schedule with our reptile team.
Live Animals Are Click & Collect Only
We do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Have the enclosure prepared and its conditions checked before collection.