Idiothele mira
✓ VerifiedBlue Foot Baboon Tarantula
Quengsalinas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
3-4 inches
Growth Rate
slow
Temperament
defensive
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
68°F - 78°F
(20°C - 26°C)
Humidity Range
50% - 65%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial with 3" substrate
Juvenile
4x4x5"
Adult
6x6x6" with 4" substrate
🪨 Substrate
Type
dry coco fiber or topsoil
Depth
4-5 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 5-7 days
Juvenile
Once per week
Adult
Every 2-3 weeks
Prey Size
Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
defensive
Care Guide
**Blue Foot Baboon Tarantula** — A small South African fossorial with the standout feature of vivid metallic blue feet, contrasting with its brown-black body. One of the most unique-looking African tarantulas in the hobby.
⚠️ OLD WORLD SPECIES: No urticating hairs; Old World defensive posture. Treat with appropriate respect.
I. mira prefers cooler temperatures than most tarantulas, reflecting its highland South African range (68-78°F). Do not overheat. Keep dry with a water dish. A slow grower and slow feeder — long fasting periods are normal. Rarely visible outside of its burrow. Becoming more available through captive breeding programs. A truly unique addition for collectors of African species.
⚠️ 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
Intermediate
Care Level
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