Cyriopagopus sp. Sulawesi Black
Sulawesi Black Earth Tiger
Quick Facts
Adult Size
6-8 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
very fast and defensive if under-burrowed
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 82°F
(24°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
70% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
12x12x12 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
deep moist coco/soil for a silk-lined tube; cork hide; good airflow; water dish
Depth
5-7 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey every 7-14 days
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
heavy
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
very fast and defensive if under-burrowed
Care Guide
A large, dark Indonesian earth tiger and an undescribed hobby form, so care follows the fossorial Cyriopagopus (Ornithoctoninae) genus and is noted as such. Wants deep, consistently moist substrate to build a silk-lined burrow, plus a cork hide and good airflow; keep it humid with a water dish. Old World with no urticating hairs and potent venom; it is very fast and can be markedly defensive, especially if it lacks enough substrate to burrow. Advanced only, strictly no handling. Reported adult sizes run large (some keepers cite 10"+); we list a conservative 6-8" range.
⚠️ Safety Information
Urticating Hairs
This species does not have urticating hairs (Old World species).
Venom Potency
⚠️ WARNING: This species has medically significant venom. Bites can cause severe pain and systemic effects. Only for experienced keepers. Seek immediate medical attention if bitten.
Species Statistics
0
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Advanced
Care Level
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