Pterinochilus murinus
✓ VerifiedOrange Baboon Tarantula, OBT, Orange Bitey Thing
Prianteltix, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-6 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
highly defensive, aggressive
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 85°F
(24°C - 29°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial
Juvenile
5x5x5"
Adult
10x10x10"
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, peat moss
Depth
4-6 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 3 days
Juvenile
Twice per week
Adult
Once per week
Prey Size
Appropriately sized insects
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
very heavy
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
highly defensive, aggressive
Care Guide
Notorious for aggressive temperament. Beautiful orange coloration. Prolific webber creating extensive web castles. Extremely fast with medically significant venom. Will readily throw threat poses. Not for beginners or handling.
⚠️ 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
10
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Advanced
Care Level
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