| Cites status: |
not protected |
| Geographical Extension: |
Costa Rica to Texas, California |
| Habitat: |
Dry forests and grasslands |
| Size: |
up to 7 cm body length |
| Life Expectancy: |
Females 12-15 years |
| Reproduction: |
A cocoon consists of up to 400 eggs, which hatch after about 10-12 weeks. |
| Temperature: |
The temperature should vary between 24-27 ° C. Night setback to room temperature. |
| Humidity: |
70-80% |
| Lighting: |
Halogen Sun Mini in combination with the Thermo Socket PLUS is a sufficient heat and light source. If it is to warm, alternatively a Lucky Reptile Amhib Sun or Mini Light Strip LED LED can be used. This is a power-saving possibility. |
| Substrate: |
It should be Jungle Bedding or Coconut soil used, which should never completely dry out. The soil should be filled at least 8 inches high. |
| Cage Furniture: |
A HerpTarrium in correct size is ideal for this bottom dweller. Equipped with cork tubes as a hiding place and a flat Water Dishes. Planting with live plants is possible (e.g. Ficus pumila). |
| Terrarium Size (for long term care): |
30x30x30 cm |
| food: |
Insects, e.g. crickets, cockroaches, grasshoppers, rose beetle larvas. For youngs are springtails, newly hatched crickets and drosophila recommendable. |
| Comment: |
Not suitable for beginners because it is a relatively aggressive spider. |
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