Sericopelma angustum
Costa Rican Red-rump, Guatemalan Redrump
Quick Facts
Adult Size
~5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
docile display animal once grown; opportunistic burrower
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
70°F - 85°F
(21°C - 29°C)
Humidity Range
65% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x8 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
peat/coco/vermiculite mix packed firm; wet one half, let it dry; hide; water dish
Depth
4-5 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
light
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile display animal once grown; opportunistic burrower
Care Guide
A hardy Central American red-rumped ground-dweller. An opportunistic burrower that, once it reaches about 3 inches, stays out in the open and makes a good display animal. Keep on 4-5 inches of firm peat/coco/vermiculite substrate; wet one half near the water dish and let it dry out to give a moisture gradient. Docile, with no notable hair-kicking or threat displays reported, but a fast mover — intermediate is a conservative rating. New World: urticating hairs, non-medically-significant venom.
⚠️ 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
0
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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