Theraphosa stirmi (Burgundy Bird Eater Tarantula) FEMALE

Theraphosa stirmi (Burgundy Bird Eater Tarantula)

If you are looking for a giant tarantula, this is it. The heaviest species known to science, T. stirmi reaches a whopping 10 to 11 inches and weighs up to 8 ounces. Coloration runs from rusty brown or rich burgundy-brown to dark brown, with reddish setae on the legs and abdomen and white lines running down the legs. Spiderlings and juveniles show pink tarsi on the front two pairs of legs before darkening with maturity. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want size to eat just about anything that drops into the enclosure.

Why do hobbyists keep Theraphosa stirmi?

• Large Size: The heaviest tarantula species known to science, reaching 10 to 11 inches and up to 8 ounces.
• Stunning Coloration: Rusty brown to rich burgundy-brown coloration with reddish setae and white leg lines.
• Colorful Spiderlings: Spiderlings and juveniles show pink tarsi on the front legs before darkening into the adult look.
• Great Feeding Response: Large enough to take on just about anything that drops into the enclosure.

How should Theraphosa stirmi be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches 10 to 11 inches or more at full leg span, the heaviest tarantula species known.
• Enclosure: This species needs real room to roam, so plan for an enclosure roughly 3 times the leg span in footprint, with height around 2 times the leg span, soil depth equal to the leg span, and a roomy hide.
• Temperature: 65-75°F.
• Humidity: This species appreciates more moisture than most new world terrestrials, so keep the substrate on the damper side rather than letting it dry out completely.
• Water: A water dish is strongly recommended. These species are moisture-dependent, especially during molting.
• Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). A fast grower that benefits from regular, generous feeding.
• Temperament: Calm but skittish when frightened, more likely to flee or flick urticating hairs than stand its ground. Becomes noticeably more docile with age.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Record Setting Weight: Widely considered the heaviest tarantula species on earth, easily topping half a pound at full maturity.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.