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
- Mexico
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial
- Adult size
- 13–15 cm
- Temperament
- Generally calm
- Experience level
- Beginner
- Visibility
- Often visible once settled
- Burrowing
- Provide a hide and moderate substrate depth
- Growth rate
- Slow to medium
- Urticating hairs
- Yes
- Venom
- Mild
CARE NOTES
Keeping considerations
A hardy Mexican terrestrial species. Keep mostly dry with good ventilation, a water dish and a secure hide. Avoid permanently damp substrate.
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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