Thrixopelma pruriens
Peruvian Green Velvet
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
docile but a ready hair-kicker
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
70°F - 82°F
(21°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 75%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x8 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco/soil it can dig under bark; lightly moist; hide; water dish
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1-2 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
light
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile but a ready hair-kicker
Care Guide
A velvety olive-green New World terrestrial from Peru and Chile — docile and hardy, but quick to flick urticating hairs at the slightest provocation, so keep it hands-off. Tolerates low humidity; provide a water dish and a few inches of substrate to dig under bark. (A peptide from its venom, ProTx-I, has been studied as a potential painkiller.) Easy beginner care.
⚠️ 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
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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