Costa Rican Tiger Rump Tarantula (Davus pentaloris) – 1.5cm
Description
Add a eye-catching dwarf species to your collection with the Costa Rican Tiger Rump Tarantula (Davus pentaloris). Native to the tropical forests of Central America, this New World terrestrial species is famous for its striking abdomen pattern, featuring high-contrast black and orange tiger stripes paired with a warm copper carapace.
At 1.5cm diagonal leg span (DLS), this unsexed spiderling is established, active, and developing its signature coloration. Despite its compact adult size (reaching around 10cm), Davus pentaloris makes up for it with heavy burrowing and web-spinning habits, making for a dynamic and fascinating specimen to watch grow.
🌟 Key Features & Highlights
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Distinctive Tiger Pattern: Vibrant orange and black striped abdomen paired with a metallic copper carapace.
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Compact Dwarf Species: Perfect for keepers looking for visually stunning spiders that don't require massive enclosures.
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Active Burrower & Webber: Constructs extensive silk tunnels and deep burrows throughout its substrate.
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Voracious Feeding Drive: High appetite and rapid growth rate from sling to adult.
🏡 Care & Husbandry Guidelines
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Type: Terrestrial / Opportunistic Burrower (New World)
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Current Size: ~1.5cm Diagonal Leg Span (DLS)
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Temperature: 24°C – 27°C (75°F – 80°F)
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Humidity: 70% – 80% (Keep substrate damp enough to support burrowing; avoid letting it completely dry out)
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Feeding: Pinhead crickets, micro-roaches, or small pre-killed feeder insect pieces 1–2 times per week.
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Temperament: Skittish and fast-moving; low defensiveness (Prone to bolting into its burrow when startled).
Delivery & returns
Free delivery across Malta on orders over €35. Orders are prepared at our shop in Ħ'Attard. See our shipping and refund policies for timings and conditions.