Ceratogyrus pillansi
Pillans' Horned Baboon, Pillansi Baboon
Quick Facts
Adult Size
4-5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Temperament
fast and defensive; threat-poses and bites readily
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Advanced
Experienced keepers only
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 84°F
(24°C - 29°C)
Humidity Range
55% - 65%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x10 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
dry to slightly damp coco/soil for burrowing; cork hide; shallow water dish
Depth
4-6 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
fast and defensive; threat-poses and bites readily
Care Guide
A southern African horned baboon from Zimbabwe and Mozambique, part of the distinctive Ceratogyrus genus known for the horn-like foveal protrusion on the carapace. Captive-bred spiderlings are regularly available, so there is no need for wild-caught stock. Kept like other African baboons: mostly dry substrate with enough depth to burrow (it will often adopt a cork hide as its retreat rather than dig from scratch), lower humidity, and a water dish for drinking. Old World — no urticating hairs, potent venom, fast and defensive with a ready threat pose — so strictly hands-off and advanced only.
⚠️ 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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