How difficult is it to keep Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the ideal temperature for Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon?

The ideal temperature for Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon is 24〜28℃. Recommended humidity is 50〜60%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon?

The average lifespan of Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon is Females 6-8 years / males 2-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon get?

Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon typically reaches Leg span about 6cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon?

Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon feeds on: Small crickets, fruit flies and similar prey. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon?

The price of Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Tanzanian Chestnut Baboon

Beginner

Heterothele villosella

A dwarf tarantula from Tanzania with a leg span of around 6cm. It is very fast but has no urticating hairs, and specialist dealers rate it in the easiest suitability band among Old World species.

Difficulty

Beginner

Temperature

24〜28℃

Lifespan

Females 6-8 years / males 2-3 years

Size

Leg span about 6cm

Humidity

50〜60%

Diet

Small crickets, fruit flies and similar prey

About

Heterothele villosella was described by Strand in 1907 with its type locality at Amani in Tanzania. The genus Heterothele comprises small species in the subfamily Ischnocolinae, and this one is a dwarf that reaches only about 6cm in leg span as an adult. Its muted chestnut to brown colouring gives it its common name. Little is published about the species beyond its original description, and specimen records are limited to a handful from Tanzania. In captivity it is treated as fossorial and kept on diggable substrate with a hide. Its speed is the main thing to watch, but specialist dealers place it in the easiest suitability band and it is often introduced as a starter Old World species. Being a dwarf it needs only small prey, and small crickets or fruit flies suffice even for adults. It has no urticating hairs.