Scientific Name: Theraphosa Stirmi (Rudloff J.-P. and D. Weinmann,2010)
Synonyms: Theraphosa spec. "Burgundy" , Theraphosa spinipes
If Goliath Bird-eaters Tarantula are one of the largest spider in the world with leg spans of 30 cm. and weights of 145 or 170 grams possible. This Guyanese race of Goliath has recently been described as a third species of Theraphosa stirmi aka Burgundy Goliath Bird-eater Tarantula.
It's adult colouration, temperament and comparative ease of breeding set it apart from other Goliath but the two distinctive traits are a lack of "mating hooks" in ultimate males coupled with the presence of "pink-feet" in early moult (Spiderlings & juveniles).
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| Picture: Adult Picture of Theraphosa Stirmi |
Like the common Goliath Bird-eater (Theraphosa blondi), ultimate mature males lack tibial apophyses, or mating spurs. However, like the Goliath Pink-foot Tarantula (Theraphosa apophysis), it has pink "feet" (tarsi) as a spider-ling and juvenile, which is not the case in Theraphosa blondi.
Adult specimens are huge, heavy-bodied and have a post-moult colour of rich burgundy-brown with distinctive reddish setae on legs and abdomen post-moult. They also seem to have a more ferocious temperament than other Goliath.
General Information
Regions Found: Native to the Swampy areas of Northern Guyana
Type: New World Terrestrial
Lastingness: Fast Growth rate, mature in 2-3 years, Males +/-3 to 5 years while females might be able to live over the 25 year mark
Adult Size: 25 to 28cm (+-12 Inches)
Temperament: Defensive and Skittish.Will stridulate aswell if provoked, and they possess very bad urticating bristles
Urticating Hairs: Yes
Venom Potency: About as bad as a wasp sting,but will be able to cause mechanical damage due to the very large fang
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required
Temperature: 24-29°C (76-84°F)
Humidity: 70%-80%
Special Requirements: Humidity needs to be increased near a moult to prevent problems
Experiences Needed: Advance (For Novice->Moderate->Advance->Expert)
Breeding Difficulty: Extreme Difficult
Egg Sac Size: Around 50 to 200 large eggs
Danger to Male: Probable/High sexual cannibalism, females will also cannibalize on eggsac if stressed out or provoked
Diet: Slings: Pinhead Crickets or Meal worms. (Meal worms must have to cut into two)
Larger specimens: Crickets, Meal worms, Pinky, Roaches, or Other Large Insect
Recommended Pet Supplies
- An appropriately sized Terrarium/Vivarium/Aquarium depending on sizes
- Substrate (3 to 4 inches thick of peat moss/coco peat/potting soil etc. for larger specimen)
- Heating equipment e.g, heat lamps, heat mats and thermostats
- Large shallow water dish as it maybe drinks from it and it help to control the humidity (All tarantulas that have at least a 3 inches leg-span may drink from a shallow, wide water dish. Pebbles may be put for safety)
- Decorations and hiding places (e.g. drift wood, stone or ornamental features)
- Live-food (NOT for Slings/Spiderlings) as it may injured your T, Half Dead or Cut Meal worm is recommended)
Remarks
- Simple mist the wall of the T Terrarium everyday and feed once or twice a week.
- Adult specimens are huge, heavy-bodied and have a post-moult colour of rich burgundy-brown with distinctive reddish setae on legs and abdomen post-moult. They also seem to have a more ferocious temperament than other Goliath.
Source: Internet, Wikipedia, Wiki pets,Tarantupedia
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