Heterothele gabonensis
Gabon Blue Dwarf Baboon
Quick Facts
Adult Size
2-3 inches (dwarf)
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
skittish and fast; runs rather than bites; communal-capable
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72°F - 82°F
(22°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
65% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
8x8x8 inches (4x leg span horizontal)
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco/soil with hides and anchor points; partly moist; water dish
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1-2 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
heavy
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
skittish and fast; runs rather than bites; communal-capable
Care Guide
A tiny, heavy-webbing African dwarf baboon that can be kept communally given enough space, hides, and anchor points (crowding provokes fighting/cannibalism). Skittish and very fast but prefers to flee; no urticating hairs and only mild venom, but its speed still makes it a poor handling candidate. Warm, moderately humid, with a water dish.
⚠️ 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
1
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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