Omothymus sp. 'Valhalla'
Emerald Shadow
Quick Facts
Adult Size
6+ inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
fast, defensive
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 82°F
(24°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
70% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
12x12x18 inches (vertical)
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber lightly moist; vertical cork bark; good ventilation
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1-2 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
fast, defensive
Care Guide
A rare, undescribed Old World arboreal (jet-black legs, emerald carapace, orange setae) — genus placement is provisional (also traded as Cyriopagopus sp. 'Valhalla'). No urticating hairs, fast and defensive with potent Old World venom: experienced keepers only. Tall, humid, well-ventilated enclosure with vertical cork bark. Not for 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
Advanced
Care Level
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