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Ceratogyrus darlingi — Rear Horned Baboon Tarantula
The **Ceratogyrus darlingi** is iconic for its raised rear horn and confident presence. A hardy African fossorial species, it grows quickly, digs deep, and puts out some of the most impressive burrow structures you'll see in a tarantula enclosure.
| Special Notices | |
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| This is a fossorial baboon species—give deep substrate and let it dig. Check out setup and feeding demos on my YouTube channel here: UrbanTarantulas. | |
| Care Details | |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| 💧 Humidity | ~50% with a slightly moist lower layer |
| Housing | |
| 🏠 Babies | 1–4 oz deli with needle ventilation and deep substrate. FREE container at checkout IF requested. |
| 🏠 Juveniles | Terrestrial setup with 3–5" of diggable substrate; hide optional—most will burrow immediately. |
| 🏠 Adults | Deep enclosure with 5" substrate, minimal décor, and good ventilation. |
| General Diet | |
| 🍽️ Crickets + roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster, Madagascar Hissing). Babies: baby crickets/roaches. If prey is too big, pre-kill and leave; remove leftovers. We never use pinhead crickets—too little protein. Large adults can take a very occasional treat such as a pinky/hopper mouse or feeder lizard—sparingly only. | |
| In-depth Facts | |
| 🕷️ Latin name | Ceratogyrus darlingi |
| 📛 Common name(s) | Rear Horned Baboon Tarantula |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| 💧 Humidity | ~50% (moist bottom layer helps juveniles) |
| 📍 Locale | Southern Africa (Zimbabwe region) |
| 🏷️ Category | Terrestrial–fossorial; strong burrower; Old World temperament |
| 📏 Size | Females ~5–5.5" DLS; males slightly smaller |
| 🪶 Urticating hairs | Old World — they do not kick urticating hairs. |
| ⏳ Growth rate | Fast (one of the quickest-growing baboons) |
| 🧭 Life span | Females 10–12+ years; males 3–4 years |
| 🍽️ Feeding | Strong, reliable eater; will grab prey from burrow entrance |
| 🎯 Recommended levels | If you love a unique tarantula with a freggin horn, this tarantula is for you. |
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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. | |