Psalmopoeus irminia
✓ VerifiedVenezuelan Suntiger
Quengsalinas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
defensive, fast
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75–85°F
(24–29°C)
Humidity Range
70% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small arboreal vial
Juvenile
5x5x8"
Adult
8x8x12"
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber
Depth
2-3 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
heavy
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
defensive, fast
Care Guide
Striking black and orange tiger stripes. Very fast and defensive. Creates extensive web retreats. More potent venom than typical New World species. Beautiful display tarantula but not for handling.
⚠️ 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
14
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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