How difficult is it to keep Peruvian dwarf beauty?

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

What should I feed Peruvian dwarf beauty?

Peruvian dwarf beauty 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 Peruvian dwarf beauty?

The price of Peruvian dwarf beauty varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Q: What is the lifespan of Peruvian dwarf beauty?

The average lifespan of Peruvian dwarf beauty is Little data (congener C. elegans: females up to 7 years, males about 2). With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

Intermediate

Cyriocosmus bertae

A small South American Cyriocosmus. The genus comprises small to medium spiders with type III urticating setae. Despite the 'Peruvian' trade name, scientific records are from Brazil and Bolivia.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Lifespan

Little data (congener C. elegans: females up to 7 years, males about 2)

Size

Little data (a small-bodied genus)

Diet

Carnivorous (live insects such as crickets and roaches)

About

Cyriocosmus bertae Pérez-Miles, 1998 was described in a revision of Cyriocosmus, a genus of 24 small to medium tarantulas distinguished by male palpal and female spermathecal structures, all with type III urticating setae (Wikipedia). The species list gives its range as Brazil, and GBIF has only two records, from Acre (Brazil) and Santa Cruz (Bolivia). The trade name 'Peruvian' does not match this, so check whether spiders sold as Peruvian are this species or another of the several Cyriocosmus found in Peru, such as C. aueri or C. peruvianus. Care information for C. elegans describes a tiny species of about 5 cm leg span, with females living up to 7 years and males about 2, very fast and quick to retreat into its burrow. It is distinct from the two Cyriocosmus species already listed.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Peruvian dwarf beauty

The Peruvian dwarf beauty lives Little data (congener C. elegans: females up to 7 years, males about 2).

Primary sources on its size or lifespan are scarce.

Basic Info

Origin

South America (records from Brazil and Bolivia)

Lifespan

Little data (congener C. elegans: females up to 7 years, males about 2)

Size

Little data (a small-bodied genus)

Diet

Carnivorous (live insects such as crickets and roaches)

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: Cyriocosmus bertae Pérez-Miles, 1998

Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

Not listed in the CITES Appendices (checked on Species+). Theraphosidae are neither designated invasive alien species nor taxa requiring an identification certificate on import in Japan (September 2026). Use a lockable enclosure to prevent escapes, and never release captive animals.

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

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