Psalmopoeus emeraldus
Emerald Chevron
Quick Facts
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
fast, skittish; relies on speed
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75–85°F
(24–29°C)
Humidity Range
70% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x14 inches (vertical)
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber lightly moist; cork bark verticals; good ventilation
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1-2 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
fast, skittish; relies on speed
Care Guide
A vivid green New World arboreal with chevron abdominal markings. Like all Psalmopoeus it has NO urticating hairs and is fast and skittish — not a first species. Tall, ventilated enclosure with cork bark; keep consistent humidity without saturating the substrate. Venom more notable than most New World, but not medically significant.
⚠️ Safety Information
Urticating Hairs
This species does not have urticating hairs (Old World species).
Venom Potency
Venom is not considered medically significant to humans, though reactions may vary.
Species Statistics
0
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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