Pterinochilus vorax
Bushveld Horned Baboon
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
fast, defensive baboon; strong feeding response
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 85°F
(24°C - 29°C)
Humidity Range
55% - 65%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x10 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
dry to lightly moist coco/soil for burrowing; cork hide; shallow water dish
Depth
4-6 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
fast, defensive baboon; strong feeding response
Care Guide
An East African baboon in the same fast, defensive mold as its famous cousin the OBT (P. murinus). A burrower that lines its retreat with silk to sense vibrations; give it several inches of substrate kept mostly dry with a slightly damp lower layer, a cork hide, and a shallow water dish. Old World: no urticating hairs and potent venom, plus real speed and a willingness to threat-pose and bite. Advanced keepers only, no handling; species-specific data is limited, so care follows the well-documented Pterinochilus genus.
⚠️ 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
Advanced
Care Level
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