Trinidad Olive Gold Form (Neoholothele Incei GCF)

The Trinidad Olive Gold Form (Neoholothele incei, GCF) is an adorable dwarf tarantula with a lot of personality packed into a tiny, metallic-gold package. Super easy to care for, great webbers, and — bonus — they’re one of the few species that can be kept communally under the right conditions.

Quick Facts

Common Name: Trinidad Olive (Gold Color Form)

Scientific Name: Neoholothele incei GCF

Origin: Trinidad and Venezuela

Size: ~3–3.5 inches (7–9 cm) leg span (dwarf species!)

Lifespan:

• Females: 6–8 years
• Males: ~2–3 years

Temperament: Skittish but not aggressive

• Can be fast, but rarely defensive

Coloration:

• Beautiful golden-copper carapace and legs
• Subtle olive tones with metallic sheen
• GCF (Gold Color Form) is distinct from the standard “olive” or “normal” form

Webbing Behavior

A-tier webber — these little guys go wild with tunnels and silk sheets

They will web up every inch of their enclosure if they feel secure

Fascinating to watch, especially in groups!

Housing

Enclosure Type: Terrestrial, but semi-arboreal behavior — give vertical elements to web on

Substrate: 2–3 inches of moist but not soggy substrate (coco fiber/topsoil)

Humidity: 70–80%

Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25°C)

Decor:

• Cork bark, fake plants, and web anchors
• Lightly mist occasionally, keep a shallow water dish

Communal tip: Only attempt a communal if you:

• Raise them together from slings or juveniles
• Feed regularly and heavily
• Give lots of space and multiple hides

Feeding

Diet: Pinhead crickets, fruit flies, small roaches for slings; larger feeders as they grow

Feeding Frequency:

• Slings: 2–3x per week
• Juveniles/Adults: Weekly

Communals: Feed generously and scatter food

Why They're a Fan Favorite

Easy care and low maintenance

Web-heavy and fun to observe

Stay small and are perfect for nano enclosures or displays

One of the only truly communal tarantulas (seriously rare)

The gold color form is just chef's kiss — stunning under light

Things to Note

Fast — they can bolt if spooked, so be cautious with rehousing

Communals are a gamble if not done correctly — cannibalism can still happen

Not great for handling, but excellent for display and observation