Hapalopus sp. 'Colombia Large'
✓ VerifiedPumpkin Patch Tarantula, Pumpkin Patch (Large)
Quick Facts
Adult Size
3-4 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
nervous
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72–82°F
(22–28°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 75%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Tiny vial or 1x1x2"
Juvenile
4x4x4"
Adult
6x6x5"
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, slightly moist
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 3-4 days
Juvenile
Every 5-7 days
Adult
Every 1-2 weeks
Prey Size
Small prey (pinhead crickets for slings, small crickets/roaches for adults)
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 4 days
Median across 3 keepers · 6 animals · 41 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
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
nervous
Care Guide
**Pumpkin Patch Tarantula (Large form)** — One of the most popular dwarf tarantulas in the hobby, named for the vivid orange patches on a black abdomen resembling a carved pumpkin. An undescribed Hapalopus species from Colombia traded under this common name. There are two size forms; this is the larger one reaching 3-4 inches.
Despite the 'beginner' rating, the tiny sling size (pinhead-sized!) requires small prey and careful maintenance. Creates elaborate webbed burrow systems that are fascinating to observe. Speed is considerable — take care during enclosure maintenance.
Keep substrate slightly moist and provide a small water dish. Excellent feeder and grows well under proper conditions. One of the best display dwarf species due to its bold patterning and prolific webbing behavior.
⚠️ 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
10
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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