Keeping, rearing, breeing and feeding Suntiger Tarantula (Psalmopoeus irminia)

Overview

Origin: The Suntiger tarantula (Psalmopoeus irminia) originates from the North Guyana, Brazil and eastern Venezuela. They come from densely gorwn areas, usually in very humid conditions.

Size: As adult, these the Suntiger Tarantula reaches around 6 inches (leg to leg).

Behaviour: These are not to agressive, however, will attempt to bite. Their main form of defense is their ability to run at very high speeds. Because of this, the Suntiger tarantula is not easy, or suitable to handle.