Euphrynichus bacillifer
Euphrynichus • Phrynichidae
A striking patterned whip spider with ornate pedipalps. Slightly more humidity-sensitive than Damon but otherwise straightforward; tolerates communal keeping with space. Whip spiders have no venom and no sting and are harmless to humans; they are fast and may startle, but cannot hurt you.
Temperature
73-83°F
Humidity
65-80%
Prey size: crickets, roaches
Type
arboreal
Adult Size
5-7 inch legspan
Growth Rate
medium
Native Region
East Africa
Temperament
skittish, fast
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