ENVIRONMENT
Core care conditions
Use these ranges as a starting point and adjust for life stage, enclosure ventilation and observed behaviour.
HUSBANDRY OVERVIEW
At a glance
- Origin
- USA
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial
- Adult size
- 17 cm
- Temperament
- Calm
- Experience level
- Beginner
- Visibility
- Often visible once settled
- Burrowing
- May use hides or shallow burrows; keep mostly dry with a water dish
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Urticating hairs
- Yes
- Venom
- Mild
CARE NOTES
Keeping considerations
A large, slow-growing North American terrestrial species. The Spider Shop describes it as a good novice species and a popular alternative to the Chile Rose. Keep in a dry terrestrial setup with a hide, water dish, and good ventilation.
SOURCES & FURTHER READING
Check the references
Care can vary by species, life stage and local conditions. Review multiple reputable sources before making husbandry decisions.
KEEP EXPLORING
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