Pterinochilus murinus, is an old-world tarantula that was first described in 1897. In addition they will end up laying a lot of silk threads around and inside their burrows to feel vibrations of anything coming nearby. Grammostola Actaeon 1 inch - 1.5 inch (Brazilian Red Rump) 65.00.
Pterinochilus murinus or more commonly known as the OBT, Orange Baboon Tarantula, Mombasa golden starburst or Orange Bitey Thing is an Old World Terrestrial Tarantula that has been known to show semi-arboreal tendencies. Plenty of substrate is needed as they like to burrow, plus some tree bark, or a hollowed area where they can set up shop. Enter your username and password below to login. 2 X Tarantulas For Sale ‹ › × Previous Next About Contact Advertising Write For Us Link to Us Banners. I show you how I feed, set up and keep my Orange Baboon Tarantula from a spiderling to an adult. The obt will make some beautiful web tunnels and is a fascinating specimen to observe. The bite is not detrimental but is said to be excruciatingly painful. I feed my spiderling over .5” prefilled small crickets or roaches twice a week until the refuse food during pre-molt. Sticking with a G.rosea is enough for me for now.hi i have 2 obt and a king baboon and i agree they are very fast and never happy but i say just give it respect and always be aware i have other to like black widow trapdor corbolt but columbian giant columbian earth tiger golith ect but all have my respectObt is my first tarantula.
Quick Facts. This is not a species that you should try to attempt to handle as their venom is medically significant and can be extremely painful, though no real in depth scientific research has been done yet on the effects of their venom on the human body. The Orange Baboon Tarantula also known as the “Orange Bitey Thing” is a species of tarantula from Eastern Africa. tarantulaThe Mexican Pink tarantula (Brachypelma klaasi) fits the standard Brachypelma tarantula profile; chunky appearance, docile temperament and bright colors. 18 days ago. Although the author of this list mentioned that this species was an Old World with a “bad attitude and dangerous venom”, the majority of the post detailed the ease of husbandry and hardiness. It is usually left to enthusiasts and hobbyists to seek them out.This falls into the mid-range size of tarantulas. She has yet to get so defensive that she slaps the ground or flips over in a threat pose. So far, mu adult female is much more relaxed than others OBT’s I have seen.
As the common name suggests, the Mexican Pink is clothed in bright hairs over a black background. However it is incredibly unlikely you will see this little angry orange arachnid in your local pet store. Orange Baboon Tarantula Slings. You can add an additional hide in your enclosure but most of the time it will be unused by your OBT. This species is also known as the “Orange Bitey Thing,” and is notorious for its extremely aggressive personality. Interested in learning more about our business. French Bulldogs for Sale Chihuahuas for Sale Pugs for Sale Cocker Spaniels for Sale Labradors for Sale Bulldogs for Sale. And for adults, I keep mine in a 12x12x12 enclosure set up similar to a GBB enclosure.
If all has gone well, this species should produce around 50-100 spider-lings. We love exotic animals. The basics are always required of course, a heated area so the OBT and pick and choose which area it prefers, and also access to fresh water.Considering they are willing to battle anything up the same size of its body, it is little shock that this species develops very quickly.Ranging from the late 70s and 80s. As for temperature, you are going to want to keep your enclosure nice and warm between 77 to 87 degrees during the day and around 70 degrees at night. Males usually live to be around 6 to 8 years while females live easily between 8 to 12 years. It is more of a tarantula to admire from the other site of the glass enclosure.
The Salmon Pink Birdeater grows at a fast rate, reaching sizes of 7.5 - 10 inches.
And the only one.. still 2 cmWow, I have to give you props for choosing an OBT as your first tarantula. They are known to teleport, or move so fast your eyes can barely even keep up with their movement. They are a hardy and easy to care for tarantula.
Females can grow up to around 6 inches give or take, males around 4 inches.They are an old world tarantula so rely on their bad tempers and nasty bite for protection. Males usually only live about 4 years and are smaller in size. It will line the front with a carpet of silk and sit and wait. Their venom though not lethal to humans can still inflict quite a bit of pain with most bite cases reported include muscle cramps extreme pain and heavy swelling.We recommend the Orange Baboon Tarantula to never be handled even by the most expert of hobbyists. Females of this species can live up to 15 years and grow to almost 6in in size. Dogs & Puppies for Sale. They are very tolerant of a less humid environment.