Cyriopagopus minax
Cyriopagopus • Theraphosidae
**Giant Earth Tiger** — A large, impressive Asian fossorial with jet-black coloration and an enormous, intimidating presence. One of the larger tarantulas in the Cyriopagopus genus. Formerly placed in Haplopelma.
⚠️ OLD WORLD SPECIES: No urticating hairs; extremely fast and defensive; potent venom. For experienced keepers only with secure setups.
Requires deep, moist substrate (6-8 inches) from a tropical Southeast Asian habitat with consistently high humidity. Mist regularly. A very fast grower and aggressive feeder. Some keepers report this species as even more defensive than C. schmidti — approach all enclosure maintenance with great caution and always use long tongs.
An impressive specimen for advanced collectors seeking a large, imposing Asian fossorial with serious attitude.
Temperature
78-85°F
Humidity
75-85%
Prey size: Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)
Type
fossorial
Adult Size
6-8 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Native Region
Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Malaysia
Temperament
highly defensive, fast
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