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Golden Earth Tiger

Cyriopagopus schmidti

Golden Earth Tiger

ENVIRONMENT

Core care conditions

Temperature20-24°CRecommended range
Humidity70-80%Recommended range

Use these ranges as a starting point and adjust for life stage, enclosure ventilation and observed behaviour.

HUSBANDRY OVERVIEW

At a glance

Origin
China
Lifestyle
Burrowing
Adult size
20+ cm
Temperament
Defensive / aggressive
Experience level
Advanced
Visibility
Often hidden in burrows
Burrowing
Yes; provide deep substrate
Growth rate
Medium to fast
Urticating hairs
No
Venom
Moderate to potent

CARE NOTES

Keeping considerations

Spider Shop species info lists this as burrowing from China, with recommended temperature 20-24°C, humidity 70-80%, leg span 20+ cm, disposition defensive / aggressive, and suitability Advanced. Use this as a husbandry snapshot and adjust enclosure details to the individual animal.

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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