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| 🧺 Care Details |
| 🌡️ Temperature |
75–82°F (24–28°C) |
| 💧 Humidity |
75–80%, good cross-ventilation |
| 🏠 Housing |
| Babies |
Vial up to 5" tall × 2" diameter, vertical cork piece, good ventilation (FREE vial if requested at checkout). |
| Juveniles |
Tall container 7–8" high with cork bark tube and webbing space. |
| Adults |
12–16" tall arboreal enclosure with vertical cork, moderate foliage, and open air flow. |
| 🍽️ General Diet |
| Crickets + roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster, Madagascar Hissing). Babies eat small roaches or pre-killed prey. Remove leftovers after feeding. Adults may take occasional pinky or feeder lizard as rare treats. |
| 📘 In-depth Facts |
| 🕷️ Latin name |
Psalmopoeus reduncus |
| 📛 Common name(s) |
Costa Rican Orange Mouth |
| 🌡️ Temperature |
75–82°F (24–28°C) |
| 💧 Humidity |
75–80% |
| 📍 Locale |
Costa Rica (humid forest regions) |
| 🏷️ Category |
Arboreal; heavy webber; defensive but reclusive |
| 📏 Size |
~5–5.5" (female), ~4.5" (male) |
| 🪶 Urticating hairs |
They do not kick urticating hairs. |
| ⏳ Growth rate |
Fast |
| 🧭 Life span |
Females 10–12 yrs; males 3–4 yrs |
| 🍽️ Feeding |
Voracious, accepts all standard feeder insects |
| 🎯 Recommended levels |
A bit of a defensive species |
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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. |
