How difficult is it to keep Cuban bronze tarantula?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Cuban bronze tarantula?

The ideal temperature for Cuban bronze tarantula is 20〜24℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Cuban bronze tarantula?

The average lifespan of Cuban bronze tarantula is Females up to 15 years / males 4-5 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Cuban bronze tarantula get?

Cuban bronze tarantula typically reaches Body length about 9 cm; diagonal leg span about 18 cm (care information) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Cuban bronze tarantula?

Cuban bronze tarantula feeds on: Carnivorous (live insects such as crickets and roaches). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Cuban bronze tarantula?

The price of Cuban bronze tarantula varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Cuban bronze tarantula

Intermediate

Phormictopus auratus

A large tarantula endemic to Cuba with a golden carapace and greyish hairs that can look blue in some light. It is terrestrial and burrows, but often wanders outside its retreat.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

20〜24℃

Lifespan

Females up to 15 years / males 4-5 years

Size

Body length about 9 cm; diagonal leg span about 18 cm (care information)

Diet

Carnivorous (live insects such as crickets and roaches)

About

Phormictopus auratus Ortiz & Bertani, 2005 is a tarantula of the family Theraphosidae endemic to Cuba. David Ortiz and Rogério Bertani described it in 2005, naming it after its golden hairs (auratus means golden in Latin). It is found in the provinces of Camagüey, Las Tunas and Holguín. The carapace and legs are golden, with most of the legs covered in greyish hairs; the abdomen is black with grey hairs, and the hairs on the legs and abdomen can look blue in certain light. It is terrestrial and burrows a good deal, but is often out of its hide wandering about, and it is far from shy and can move quickly. As a New World tarantula it has urticating hairs but rarely kicks them; it is active, a strong feeder and sometimes feisty. Specimens have also been misidentified as other members of the genus. In Japan young are available from specialist shops.

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Lifespan of the Cuban bronze tarantula

The Cuban bronze tarantula lives Females up to 15 years / males 4-5 years.

Care information gives a body length of about 9 cm, a diagonal leg span of about 18 cm, a medium growth rate and lifespans of up to 15 years for females and 4-5 years for males.

Size of the Cuban bronze tarantula

The Cuban bronze tarantula grows to Body length about 9 cm; diagonal leg span about 18 cm (care information).

Temperature & humidity for the Cuban bronze tarantula

The ideal temperature for the Cuban bronze tarantula is 20〜24℃.

Basic Info

Origin

References & Sources

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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Phormictopus auratus Ortiz & Bertani, 2005

Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

It is not a designated invasive species, an uncategorised alien species or a taxon needing an identification certificate in Japan, and it is not listed by CITES (September 2026). It is a non-native tarantula, so keep it in escape-proof housing and never release captive animals.

Sources: Ministry of the Environment: List of regulated alien species, including taxa needing an identification certificate (JA) / Species+ CITES query (not listed)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.