How big can a Salmon Pink Birdeater get?
How big can a Salmon Pink Birdeater get?
7.5 – 10 inches
Lasiodora parahybana. This extremely large tarantula is a must for any collection. The Salmon Pink Birdeater grows at a fast rate, reaching sizes of 7.5 – 10 inches.
Are salmon pink Birdeaters arboreal?
Some tarantulas that live in forests are arboreal (living in the trees) while others are terrestrial (living on the ground). Brazilian salmon pink birdeaters are ground dwellers. During the day they can usually be found in burrows (which they make themselves) or natural hiding places on the forest floor.
Can you handle a salmon pink tarantula?
The Salmon Pink, like most spiders and tarantulas, should be handled carefully and handling should be kept to a minimum. Please click here to view the product page for this spider. A fully grown Salmon Pink should be kept in a glass vivarium of around two feet, with more floor space than height as they rarely climb.
How did Lasiodora parahybana become a popular pet?
It was discovered and described in 1917 by Cândido Firmino de Mello-Leitão, in Paraíba, where the tarantula is endemic. They are popular pets in the tarantula hobby due to their large size and readiness to breed. They are also considered to be ‘docile’.
Is the Lasiodora parahybana a good tarantula to handle?
L. parahybana is also praised in the tarantula trade for their ease of handling compared to other tarantula species. However, the merits of handling them is still debated, especially taking into account the size and power of the fangs when handling.
Where does the Lasiodora parahybana live in the wild?
In the wild, the tarantulas inhabit the forest floor, where they stay in hiding places such as leaf litter, inside logs, or in burrows, or out in the open. They are ambush predators, lying in wait and striking prey as it comes close, and quickly injecting venom to subdue it.
What kind of Hooks does a Lasiodora parahybana have?
Mature males will also have tibial hooks on the front pair of legs; these hook back a female’s fangs during mating.