Cape Copper Baboon
Harpactira cafreriana
Harpactira • Theraphosidae
Overview
A coppery South African baboon and a heavy webber that anchors lots of silk over a terrestrial/burrow setup — give it plenty of horizontal space and structure. Mostly calm but will get defensive; Old World, so no urticating hairs, potent venom, no handling. Keep substrate damp-not-saturated, cooler room temps.
Husbandry Requirements
Temperature & Humidity
Temperature
68-78°F
Humidity
60-70%
Enclosure Sizes
Substrate
Feeding Schedule
Prey size: —
Quick Stats
Type
terrestrial
Adult Size
4.5-5.5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Native Region
South Africa (Eastern Cape)
Temperament
mostly calm but defensive; heavy webber
Behavior
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