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King Baboon (Pelinobius Muticus)
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This is the heavyweight champ of African tarantulas. The King Baboon brings a prehistoric, armored look and a no-nonsense temperament. It's a powerhouse burrower, a tank in personality and appearance — and definitely not afraid to throw up a threat pose if you mess with its turf.
Behavior and Temperament: Defensive, reclusive, and very territorial
Habitat and Environment Needs: Prefers a fossorial setup. Substrate: Moist, compactable mix (coco fiber, topsoil, clay blend). Humidity: 60–70%, keep the burrow area humid. Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C).
Feeding: Feed on Roaches, crickets, mealworms — even small locusts.
Additional Information: Known for drumming — yes, it "stridulates" by rubbing legs to warn threats
| King Baboon | Pelinobius muticus |
|---|---|
| Category: | Old World |
| Type: | Fossorial |
| Country of Origin: | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania) |
| Adult Leg Span: | Up to 8 inches (20 cm) leg span |
| Growth speed: | Slow |
| Defense mechanism: | Known for drumming — yes, it "stridulates" by rubbing legs to warn threats |
| Diet: | Roaches, crickets, mealworms — even small locusts |
| Temperature: | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |