Lasiocyano sazimai
✓ VerifiedBrazilian Blue, Sazima's Tarantula, Pterinopelma sazimai
Photo: unknown author via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
skittish
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72–82°F
(22–28°C)
Humidity Range
65% - 75%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial or 2x2x3"
Juvenile
5x5x5"
Adult
10x10x8"
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, slightly moist
Depth
3-4 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)
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 5 days
Median across 5 keepers · 5 animals · 49 logged feedings
Observed across all life stages, so slings and adults are combined. This describes what keepers log — it isn’t a recommendation.
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
skittish
Care Guide
**Brazilian Blue** — One of only a handful of truly blue New World tarantulas. Males display vivid iridescent blue coloration; females are less vibrant with brownish-blue tones. Native to the rocky tablelands (chapadas) of Bahia, Brazil. Skittish and fast-moving for a New World species but not overtly aggressive. Will burrow given sufficient substrate. A sought-after intermediate species due to its striking appearance. Comes from a region with distinct wet and dry seasons — allow the substrate to dry partially between mistings.
⚠️ 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
11
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
📚 Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasiocyano
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