Caribena versicolor
✓ VerifiedAntilles Pinktoe, Martinique Pinktoe
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
docile, skittish
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75–85°F
(24–29°C)
Humidity Range
75% - 85%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
12x12x18" or similar vertical enclosure
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 2-3 days
Adult
Once or twice per week
Prey Size
Appropriately sized flying insects preferred
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 5 days
Median across 10 keepers · 21 animals · 177 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
heavy
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile, skittish
Care Guide
**Antilles Pinktoe** - Beautiful color changes from blue sling to pink/purple adult. Arboreal species that creates impressive webbing. Fast growing. Skittish but not aggressive. Requires higher humidity.
⚠️ 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
51
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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