How difficult is it to keep Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula?

The ideal temperature for Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula is 22〜28℃. Recommended humidity is 60〜70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula?

The average lifespan of Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula is Females 10-15 years / males 3-5 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula get?

Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula typically reaches 18-20cm leg span as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula?

Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula feeds on: Live insects such as crickets and roaches. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula?

The price of Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Hispaniolan Giant Tarantula

Intermediate

Phormictopus cancerides

A large terrestrial tarantula from Hispaniola reaching 18-20cm in leg span. Spiderlings are turquoise, while adults have brown legs and a metallic carapace. It is known for a huge appetite and rapid growth.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

22〜28℃

Lifespan

Females 10-15 years / males 3-5 years

Size

18-20cm leg span

Humidity

60〜70%

Diet

Live insects such as crickets and roaches

About

Phormictopus cancerides is a large terrestrial tarantula of Hispaniola in the Caribbean, reaching a leg span of 18-20 cm. It is called cacata in the Dominican Republic and araignee-krab, or crab spider, in Haiti. By day it hides under rocks and debris and emerges at night to hunt. Its fangs exceed 2 cm; venom injected into the prey paralyses it and breaks down its tissues, which the spider then sucks up. Bites on humans are rarely harmful but cause irritation and swelling. Spiderlings are a vivid turquoise, maturing into animals with brown legs, a metallic bronze to purplish carapace and red hairs on the abdomen. It has a powerful appetite and grows very fast, and although it digs large burrows it is often out in the open even by day, which makes it a striking display species. Its chief predator is the tarantula hawk, a parasitoid wasp that lays its eggs on paralysed individuals.

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