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Featherleg Baboon (Stromatopelma Calceatum)
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Not for the faint of heart, Stromatopelma calceatum is a stunning old-world arboreal tarantula from West Africa, famous for its lightning speed, ghostly white leg striping, and serious attitude. It’s a high-risk, high-reward species — strictly look, don’t touch.
Behavior and Temperament: Extremely defensive, ultra-fast, highly reclusive
Habitat and Environment Needs: Prefers a arboreal setup. Substrate: 2–3 inches of moist substrate at the bottom. Humidity: 65–75% — mist lightly, don't soak. Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C).
Feeding: Feed on Crickets, roaches, mealworms, occasional locusts.
Additional Information: Strong bite potential — medically significant, painful old-world venom
| Featherleg Baboon | Stromatopelma calceatum |
|---|---|
| Category: | Old World |
| Type: | Arboreal |
| Country of Origin: | West Africa (Sierra Leone, Ghana, Togo) |
| Adult Leg Span: | 5–6 inches (12–15 cm) leg span |
| Defense mechanism: | Strong bite potential — medically significant, painful old-world venom |
| Diet: | Crickets, roaches, mealworms, occasional locusts |
| Temperature: | 74–80°F (23–27°C) |