Hapalopus guerreroi

Hapalopus guerreroi – ideal for beginners with little space

The Hapalopus guerreroi is a fascinating, small tarantula species that originally comes from Colombia. With its striking markings in warm orange tones and its compact size, it is a real eye-catcher in the terrarium. The orange-colored legs and the contrasting pattern on the abdomen are particularly striking and have earned it the nickname “Pumpkin Patch” – although it is not identical to the popular Hapalopus sp. Colombia Large is.

With a body length of around 3.5 cm, this species remains rather small, but is nevertheless one of the most active and interesting dwarf tarantulas around. Despite its small size Hapalopus guerreroi a remarkably courageous and curious behavior. It is very active, likes to explore its terrarium and often shows itself during the day. This makes it a great choice for anyone who likes to watch their animals.

A terrarium measuring 20 × 20 × 20 cm is sufficient for keeping them. It is important to provide a burrowable substrate – such as a mixture of forest humus and clay – as this species likes to make burrows. You should also provide pieces of cork, bark or leaves so that the spider can use natural structures. A small bowl of water should not be missing. Ideally, the humidity should be between 70 and 80 %, while the temperature should be kept at around 24 to 27 °C during the day and slightly cooler at night.

Hapalopus guerreroi is peaceful, but quite agile when disturbed. A retreat is therefore essential. Its tendency to burrow and weave makes observation particularly exciting – it often creates small tube systems that it carefully arranges and lines with webbing. Despite its lively nature, this species is very suitable for beginners as it is easy to care for and not very aggressive.

Overall Hapalopus guerreroia beautiful, interesting dwarf tarantula that is characterized by its lively behaviour and attractive appearance. If you are looking for a small but eye-catching species with charm, this is the right choice.