Harpactira marksi
Elizabethfontein Baboon
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
skittish, defensive
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
70–80°F
(21–27°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x12 inches (deep substrate)
🪨 Substrate
Type
deep coco/soil for burrowing with a shelter; water dish
Depth
6-8 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
light
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
skittish, defensive
Care Guide
A South African burrowing baboon — skittish and defensive, with potent Old World venom and no urticating hairs. Provide deep substrate (15-20 cm) for burrows plus a shelter and water dish, with plenty of horizontal floor space. Not for beginners; no 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
0
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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