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Venezuelan Olive

Psalmopoeus langenbucheri

PsalmopoeusTheraphosidae

intermediate

Overview

The smallest of the Psalmopoeus and reputedly one of the most visible — it tends to sit out on its webbing more than its relatives. A New World arboreal: no medically significant venom, but it is fast and will rear up and strike if it feels trapped, so it is a hands-off, intermediate species rather than a handling pet. Give it a vertical cork tube, plant cover to coax it out, lightly moist substrate, and a water dish. Fast grower and a reliable eater.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

74-82°F

Humidity

65-75%

Enclosure Sizes

Adult:8x8x12 inches (vertical)

Substrate

Type:vertical cork tube; plants for cover; lightly moist substrate; water dish
Depth:2-3 inches

Feeding Schedule

Adult:1 prey per week

Prey size:

Quick Stats

Type

arboreal

Adult Size

4-5 inches

Growth Rate

fast

Native Region

Venezuela

Temperament

often out and calm for the genus; fast if startled

Behavior

Webbingmoderate
BurrowingNo
Water DishRequired

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