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SPECIES CARE GUIDE

Trinidad Olive

Neoholothele incei

Also known asNeoholothele
Trinidad Olive

ENVIRONMENT

Core care conditions

Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)Recommended range
Humidity60–75%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
Trinidad / Venezuela
Lifestyle
Terrestrial / heavy webber
Adult size (diagonal leg span)
5–7 cm
Temperament
Fast / skittish
Experience level
Beginner+
Visibility
Often visible in webbed areas
Burrowing
Provide substrate, cork bark and anchor points for web tunnels
Growth rate
Fast
Urticating hairs
Yes
Venom
Mild

CARE NOTES

Keeping considerations

A small, hardy and prolific webbing species. Give plenty of anchor points and avoid overly wet, stagnant conditions. Can be quick during maintenance.

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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