How difficult is it to keep Greater horned baboon tarantula?

Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.

How large does Greater horned baboon tarantula get?

Greater horned baboon tarantula typically reaches Leg span up to about 12 cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Greater horned baboon tarantula?

Greater horned baboon 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 Greater horned baboon tarantula?

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

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Greater horned baboon tarantula

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Ceratogyrus brachycephalus

A burrowing tarantula from southern Africa with a large horn-like protuberance on its carapace. It reaches a leg span of about 12 cm and is extremely fast and defensive.

Difficulty

Advanced

Lifespan

Little data

Size

Leg span up to about 12 cm

Diet

Carnivorous (live insects such as crickets and roaches)

About

Ceratogyrus brachycephalus Hewitt, 1919 is an Old World terrestrial tarantula of the family Theraphosidae, named for the horn-like protuberance on its carapace. It is found in Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa and reaches a leg span of about 12 cm. It prefers to burrow, and without substrate to dig in it builds webbed tunnels. It is relatively common among hobbyists, but it is extremely fast and aggressive, so care is needed during maintenance. It has also been suggested that some animals sold as this species may actually be C. sanderi or hybrids. Care information for C. sanderi notes that it lacks urticating hairs and defends itself with speed, fangs and venom, and that bites cause strong pain, muscle cramping, nausea and headaches, though they are not considered medically significant. In Japan specialist shops offer animals, including wild-form stock.

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Lifespan of the Greater horned baboon tarantula

Primary data on the lifespan and temperature needs of this species are scarce.

Size of the Greater horned baboon tarantula

The Greater horned baboon tarantula grows to Leg span up to about 12 cm.

Basic Info

Origin

Southern Africa (Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa)

Lifespan

Little data

Size

Leg span up to about 12 cm

Diet

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

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: Ceratogyrus brachycephalus Hewitt, 1919

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.