Davus pentaloris
✓ VerifiedGuatemalan Tiger Rump, Tiger Rump Tarantula
Maximilian Paradiz from Amsterdam, Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
3-4 inches
Growth Rate
moderate
Temperament
Skittish and fast; bolts readily but rarely bites; kicks urticating hairs
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72–80°F
(22–27°C)
Humidity Range
65% - 78%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
2x2x2 inches
Juvenile
5x5x4 inches
Adult
10x8x5 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, topsoil mix
Depth
3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
2x per week
Juvenile
weekly
Adult
every 7-10 days
Prey Size
small
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 7 days
Median across 4 keepers · 8 animals · 58 logged feedings
Observed across all life stages, so slings and adults are combined. This describes what keepers log — it isn’t a recommendation.
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate to heavy
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
Skittish and fast; bolts readily but rarely bites; kicks urticating hairs
Care Guide
Davus pentaloris (formerly Cyclosternum fasciatum) is a small, brilliantly patterned tarantula from Guatemala with vivid orange and black tiger-stripe banding on its abdomen — one of the most eye-catching patterns in the hobby on a species that stays under 4 inches. They are classified as beginner-friendly in terms of care requirements, though their speed and skittishness require a calm, patient approach during maintenance. They prefer slightly cooler, more humid conditions than many NW terrestrials, reflecting their highland forest origin. Keep the substrate moderately moist with a water dish always present. They are prolific webbers and will line their burrows and surrounding area with silk. A great species for keepers who want striking coloration in a smaller, manageable package.
⚠️ Safety Information
Urticating Hairs
This species has urticating hairs that can cause irritation if handled. Use caution during maintenance.
Venom Potency
Venom is not considered medically significant to humans, though reactions may vary.
Species Statistics
14
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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