Caribena laeta
Puerto Rican Pinktoe
R. C. West / P. Coxhead, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
3.5-4.25 inches
Growth Rate
medium-fast
Temperament
docile but skittish; flees / flicks hair / kicks feces
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
75°F - 82°F
(24°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
75% - 80%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
8x8x12 inches (vertical)
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber lightly moist; cork bark + plants; strong cross-ventilation
Depth
2-3 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
1-2 prey per week
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
moderate
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile but skittish; flees / flicks hair / kicks feces
Care Guide
A shy, beautiful Caribbean pinktoe. Like all Caribena/Avicularia, ventilation is everything — high humidity (75-80%) MUST be paired with strong cross-flow or stuffy warmth will kill it. Tall enclosure with plenty of vertical structure and plants to build a silk lair. Docile but skittish; has urticating hairs, mild venom.
⚠️ 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
0
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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