Tapinauchenius sanctivincenti
St. Vincent Tree Spider, Moss Tree Spider
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-4.5 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
very fast and skittish; bolts rather than bites
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72–80°F
(22–27°C)
Humidity Range
70% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
8x8x12 inches (vertical)
🪨 Substrate
Type
vertical cork retreat; plants; lightly moist substrate; water dish; cross-ventilation
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
very fast and skittish; bolts rather than bites
Care Guide
A velvety dark grey-to-black Caribbean tree spider accented with pinkish-red setae, endemic to St. Vincent. A classic Tapinauchenius: astonishingly fast, skittish, and prone to bolting rather than standing its ground; it lacks urticating hairs and cannot stridulate, and its venom is mild. New World but not a handling species because of that raw speed. Give it a vertical cork retreat, plant cover, lightly moist substrate with good cross-ventilation, and a water dish. Intermediate.
⚠️ 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
1
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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