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SPECIES CARE GUIDE
Bahia Scarlet
Lasiodora klugi
Also known asLasiodora
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
- Taxonomic group
- Arachnida
- Origin
- Brazil
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial
- Adult size (diagonal leg span)
- 18–22 cm
- Temperament
- Bold / defensive
- Experience level
- Intermediate
- Visibility
- Often visible once settled
- Burrowing
- Provide deep substrate and a secure hide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Urticating hairs
- Yes, can kick readily
- Venom
- Mild
CARE NOTES
Keeping considerations
A large, fast-growing terrestrial tarantula. Appreciates space, secure housing and a sturdy enclosure layout. Best for keepers comfortable with large defensive New World species.
SOURCES & FURTHER READING
Check the references
Care can vary by species, life stage and local conditions. Review multiple reputable sources before making husbandry decisions.
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