Cyriopagopus sp. 'Hati Hati'
✓ VerifiedPurple Earth Tiger, Hati Hati Earth Tiger
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Temperament
highly defensive, fast
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
78–85°F
(26–29°C)
Humidity Range
75% - 85%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial with moist substrate
Juvenile
5x5x6" with both depth and height
Adult
10x10x12"
🪨 Substrate
Type
moist coco fiber and topsoil, compactable
Depth
5-6 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 4-5 days
Juvenile
Once per week
Adult
Every 1-2 weeks
Prey Size
Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
heavy
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
highly defensive, fast
Care Guide
**Purple Earth Tiger** — An undescribed Cyriopagopus species from Borneo traded under the 'Hati Hati' trade name. Adults display a stunning violet-purple iridescence, particularly visible under direct lighting. One of the most visually striking Asian fossorials.
⚠️ OLD WORLD SPECIES (undescribed): No urticating hairs; highly defensive; fast. For experienced keepers only.
This species exhibits both fossorial and semi-arboreal tendencies — provide both vertical height and deep substrate. High humidity is critical, reflecting its Bornean tropical rainforest origin. Mist regularly and keep substrate moist throughout. A fast grower and aggressive feeder.
Note: 'Hati Hati' is a trade name; the formal taxonomic description has not been published as of this writing. Care requirements are based on collective keeper experience with this trade morph.
⚠️ 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
4
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Advanced
Care Level
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