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Poecilotheria subfusca “Lowland” — Ivory Ornamental
One of the most striking of the genus, the **Poecilotheria subfusca Lowland** boasts warm ivory tones, bold pattern contrast, and that classic lightning-fast arboreal attitude. This is a heavy webber with confident presence, and in my experience, one of the most visually “high-impact” Pokies as they mature. A truly rare gem. Very expensive species.
| Special Notices | |
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| For Pokies, I always recommend taller enclosures with excellent cross-ventilation from the start. Check out husbandry, setup, and feeding videos on my YouTube channel here: UrbanTarantulas. | |
| Care Details | |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| 💧 Humidity | ~75–80% with good airflow |
| Housing | |
| 🏠 Babies | Tall vial up to ~5" × 2" with strong ventilation. FREE vial at checkout IF requested. |
| 🏠 Juveniles | 7–8" tall arboreal container; provide bark hide + anchor points for webbing. |
| 🏠 Adults | 12–16" tall enclosure, vertical bark slab, moderate foliage; they appreciate height and structure. |
| General Diet | |
| 🍽️ Crickets + roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster, Madagascar Hissing). Babies take appropriately sized crickets/roaches; if prey is too large, pre-kill and leave overnight. Remove leftovers or bolus. We never use pinhead crickets—too little protein. Large adults can take a rare treat like a pinky/hopper mouse or feeder lizard, but extremely sparingly. | |
| In-depth Facts | |
| 🕷️ Latin name | Poecilotheria subfusca “Lowland” |
| 📛 Common name(s) | Ivory Ornamental (LL form) |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| 💧 Humidity | ~75–80% |
| 📍 Locale | Sri Lanka (lowland variant) |
| 🏷️ Category | Arboreal; fast; heavy webber; classic “Pokie” temperament |
| 📏 Size | Females ~7" DLS; males slightly smaller |
| 🪶 Urticating hairs | Old World — they do not kick urticating hairs. |
| ⏳ Growth rate | Fast, especially with warm stable conditions |
| 🧭 Life span | Females 10–15+ years; males 3–4 years |
| 🍽️ Feeding | Aggressive, confident arboreal feeder; take down prey quickly |
| 🎯 Recommended levels | Lovers of expensive tarantulas. |
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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 generally having stronger venom than their New World counterparts. Within the Old World category, the Poecilotheria genus is known for having particularly potent venom. It's crucial to approach tarantulas with respect and understanding. If you happen to get bitten, which is unlikely, the key is to stay calm. In most cases, the discomfort is superficial 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. Remember, larger tarantulas tend to have more venom than smaller ones. 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. | |