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Giant White Knee (Acanthoscurria geniculata)
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If you want a large, striking, and active display tarantula — this is it. Acanthoscurria geniculata is famous for its bold black-and-white leg banding, impressive size, and voracious appetite. It’s one of the most eye-catching terrestrial giants in the hobby — beautiful, hardy, and always ready to eat.
Behavior and Temperament: Generally defensive and food-aggressive — not for handling
Habitat and Environment Needs: Prefers a terrestrial setup. Substrate: 4–5 inches of slightly moist substrate (coco fiber/topsoil mix). Humidity: 70–80%. Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C).
Feeding: Feed on Crickets, roaches, locusts, and the occasional mealworm or superworm.
Additional Information: Not for handling — can flick urticating hairs or display threat poses
| Giant White Knee / Brazilian White Knee | Acanthoscurria geniculata |
|---|---|
| Category: | New World |
| Type: | Terrestrial |
| Country of Origin: | Northern Brazil (Amazon basin region) |
| Adult Leg Span: | 7–8.5 inches (18–22 cm) leg span |
| Growth speed: | Fast |
| Defense mechanism: | Not for handling — can flick urticating hairs or display threat poses |
| Diet: | Crickets, roaches, locusts, and the occasional mealworm or superworm |
| Temperature: | 75–82°F (24–28°C) |