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SPECIES CARE GUIDE

Grammostola anthracina

Grammostola anthracina

Also known asGrammostola
Grammostola anthracina

ENVIRONMENT

Core care conditions

Temperature22–-26°C (72–-15°F)Recommended range
Humidity50-60%Recommended range

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
Uruguay
Lifestyle
Terrestrial
Adult size (diagonal leg span)
18-20 cm
Temperament
Docile
Experience level
Beginner
Visibility
Often visible once settled
Burrowing
May use hides or dig if given enough substrate
Growth rate
Medium
Urticating hairs
Yes
Venom
Mild to moderate

CARE NOTES

Keeping considerations

Spider Shop species info lists this as terrestrial from Uruguay, with recommended temperature 22-26°C, humidity 50-60%, leg span 18-20 cm, disposition docile, and suitability Beginner. 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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