Avicularia Tucurui - Goliath Wooly Red Leg Tarantula

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Avicularia tucurui – Goliath Wooly Red Leg Pinktoe

Avicularia tucurui, known as the Goliath Wooly Red Leg Pinktoe, is one of the most high-end and rarely offered Avicularia species in the hobby. Large, imposing, and incredibly distinctive, this species combines thick “wooly” leg setae with deep red leg coloration and a powerful arboreal presence. This is not your average pinktoe—this is a true collector’s Avicularia that stands out immediately for both size and texture. Calm, confident, and visually commanding, A. tucurui is a premium centerpiece species for serious keepers.

🔔 Special Notices
This is a large arboreal species that benefits from vertical space, sturdy cork bark, and excellent airflow. Because of its rarity and size, proper setup from the start is important. If you want to see how I personally house and care for premium Avicularia species, check out my YouTube channel below for real setups and hands-on experience.

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🛠️ Care Details
🌡️ Temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C). Warmer temperatures encourage steady growth and healthy molts.
💧 Humidity Around 75–80% with strong ventilation. Moist but well-aerated conditions are key.
🏠 Housing
Babies Arboreal vial or small enclosure ~5" tall × 2" diameter with cross-ventilation and anchor points.
Juveniles 7–8" tall arboreal enclosure once over ~2".
Adults Large vertical enclosure 12–16" tall with thick cork bark and sturdy climbing structure.
🍽️ General Diet
Crickets and roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster). Babies take baby crickets or small roaches. If prey is too large, pre-kill and remove leftovers. We never use pinhead crickets because they do not provide enough protein. Large adults may take larger prey items appropriate to size.
📊 In-Depth Facts
🕷️ Scientific name Avicularia tucurui
📛 Common name(s) Goliath Wooly Red Leg Pinktoe
📍 Locale Brazil (Tucuruí region)
🏷️ Category Arboreal, large-bodied, heavy webber
📏 Size Very large Avicularia: ~7–8" DLS
🪶 Urticating hairs They do not kick urticating hairs.
⏳ Growth rate Moderate
🧭 Life span Females ~10–12+ years, males ~3–4 years
🎯 Recommended levels Intermediate • Advanced — ideal for collectors and display-focused keepers
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⚠️ Safety Disclaimer
Safety Disclaimer: Experiencing a tarantula bite is an extremely rare occurrence, and it's important to note that there have been NO recorded fatalities due to a tarantula bite. The venom potency varies across species, with Old World tarantulas having stronger venom than their New World counterparts.

If you happen to get bitten, which is unlikely, the key is to stay calm. In most cases, the discomfort is temporary and subsides within a few minutes to a few hours. However, bites from species with more potent venom may result in symptoms lasting up to a week.

Please be aware that I cannot assume responsibility for bites. Tarantula handling should be done at your own risk. In my 13 years of experience with these creatures, I have only been bitten once, by a species with highly potent venom. While the experience was painful, the symptoms had completely disappeared after a week.

Handle tarantulas responsibly, and always prioritize your safety and the well-being of the tarantula.