Yasuni

Tapinauchenius sp. 'Yasuni'

Tapinauchenius • Theraphosidae

intermediate

Overview

An undescribed green/gold Ecuadorian arboreal from the Yasuni region — a fast, skittish, prolific webber. Like all Tapinauchenius (Psalmopoeinae) it has NO urticating hairs and relies on speed. Semi-arboreal enclosure with lots of anchor points; humid substrate for young, drier with an overflowed water dish as it matures. Intermediate keepers.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

70-80°F

Humidity

70-80%

Enclosure Sizes

Adult:8x8x12 inches (semi-arboreal)

Substrate

Type:coco fiber with many web anchor points; moist when young, drier as adult

Depth:2-3 inches

Feeding Schedule

Adult:1-2 prey per week

Prey size: —

Quick Stats

Type

arboreal

Adult Size

4-5 inches

Growth Rate

fast

Native Region

Ecuador (Yasuni)

Temperament

fast, skittish; heavy webber

Behavior

Webbingheavy

BurrowingNo

Water DishRequired

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