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Blue Fang Skeleton Tarantula

Ephebopus cyanognathus

EphebopusTheraphosidae

intermediate

Overview

**Blue Fang Skeleton Tarantula** — The rarer and more sought-after sibling to E. murinus, distinguished by its stunning iridescent blue chelicerae (fangs). The blue color is most vivid in adults and in juveniles that have recently molted.

Care is identical to E. murinus: deep moist substrate (6-8 inches), high humidity (75-85%), and warm temperatures. Like E. murinus, the urticating hairs are located on the pedipalps rather than the abdomen. A confirmed deep burrower that may completely seal its burrow entrance.

E. cyanognathus is slightly less commonly available than E. murinus but has surpassed it in hobby popularity due to the blue fang coloration. A prize species for keepers interested in fossorial NW spiders.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

78-84°F

Humidity

75-85%

Enclosure Sizes

Sling:Small vial with deep substrate
Juvenile:5x5x6" with 4" substrate
Adult:10x10x10" with 6-8" substrate

Substrate

Type:moist coco fiber and topsoil mix
Depth:6-8 inches

Feeding Schedule

Sling:Every 4-5 days
Juvenile:Once per week
Adult:Every 1-2 weeks

Prey size: Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)

Quick Stats

Type

fossorial

Adult Size

4-5 inches

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

French Guiana, Suriname

Temperament

defensive

Behavior

Webbingheavy
BurrowingYes
Water DishRequired

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