Davus sp. 'Chiapas' (Dwarf Crowned Tiger Tarantula) *VERY RARE* USA FIRST CAPTIVE BREEDING

Davus sp. 'Chiapas' (Dwarf Crowned Tiger Tarantula)

Davus sp. 'Chiapas', known as the Dwarf Crowned Tiger, brings serious pattern to a small footprint. The abdomen shows bold orange and black tiger striping, while the carapace (head) carries a tan and olive starburst crown against a dark base, with legs in a matching tan olive brown. This is a heavy webbing, opportunistic burrower that spends plenty of time visible above ground rather than staying buried. Grab this new world tarantula for sale today if you want a small species with genuinely bold pattern.

Why do hobbyists keep Davus sp. 'Chiapas'?

• Bold Patterning: Orange and black tiger striping on the abdomen paired with a tan and olive starburst crown on the carapace makes this one of the more visually distinct small terrestrials around.
• Heavy Webber: Lays down noticeable webbing around its shallow burrow, adding real display value for such a small species.
• Great Display Species: Frequently seen above substrate rather than staying hidden, easy to actually watch grow.
• Great Feeding Response: A bold, consistent eater that puts on steady growth with regular feeding.

How should Davus sp. 'Chiapas' be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches 2 to 5 inches at full leg span. A compact species that still brings real pattern and presence to a small setup.
• Enclosure: Provide a terrestrial setup roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with substrate at least equal to the leg span in depth and a hide. For a smaller individual, start with a modestly sized enclosure and size up as it grows.
• Temperature: Keep between 65 and 75 degrees F.
• Humidity: Keep the substrate from drying out completely. Good ventilation is critical. Cross ventilation works best, but ample top ventilation can also be effective as long as the enclosure is not over-misted.
• Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
• Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to the carapace (head). A fast grower that feeds often and readily.
• Temperament: Can be quick to react given its small size, more likely to dart for its burrow than stand its ground.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Surface Moisture Matters: Keeping the surface from fully drying out helps this species stay above ground and visible rather than sealing off its burrow.
• Rare in the Hobby: A less commonly available Davus locality, a great pickup for collectors who want something different from the usual lineup.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.

Listing Notes

• This listing is for an unsexed Davus sp. 'Chiapas'. A great pick for keepers who want bold pattern packed into a small, easy to house dwarf.