Avicularia avicularia

Avicularia avicularia – The classic tree tarantula

Avicularia avicularia is one of the best known arboreal tarantulas in the terrarium hobby. The species originates from the tropical rainforests South Americawhere it lives mainly in tree hollows, bark crevices or between branches. Thanks to its calm nature and interesting behavior, this tarantula has secured itself a permanent place in many terrariums around the world.

Particularly striking are the pink to pink-colored tips of the feetwhich gave the species the name Pinktoe Tarantula have contributed. The body is usually dark brown to black in color and covered with fine hairs. Depending on their origin, the animals may have a slightly metallic sheen.

With a body length of about 5-6 cm and a corresponding leg span, it appears elegant and lightweight design. In contrast to many ground-dwelling species, it moves very skillfully at height and makes use of every climbing opportunity.

We therefore recommend keeping them in a high-built terrariumas this species lives mainly at altitude. A terrarium from about 30 × 30 × 40 cm offers sufficient space for an adult animal. Important are Branches, roots or pieces of cork barkso that the spider can build its typical webs.

A suitable substrate is a slightly moist substratefor example, forest humus or special bird spider substrate. At the same time Good ventilation is particularly important, as stagnant and humid air is poorly tolerated by this species.

The temperature in the terrarium should be between 25 °C and 28 °C lie. The Air humidity can be between 70 % and 80 % be held. Regular, but not excessive, spraying ensures stable conditions.

Feeding the tarantula with suitable feeder insects such as crickets, cockroaches or flies. The spiders often exhibit exciting hunting behavior and can also grab their prey at height.

This species is considered relatively peacefulbut often reacts with rapid flight movements when disturbed. Therefore, you should always work calmly and carefully when handling the spider.

Due to their interesting behavior, their typical way of life at height and their attractive appearance Avicularia avicularia is one of the most popular tree tarantulas in the terrarium hobby and is a real eye-catcher in the terrarium.