Size: 15 3/4-inch large by 9 3/8-inch width by 12 1/2-inch height, Kritter Keepers have well-ventilated lids in assorted colors, ECO-FRIENDLY ORGANIC and 100% BIODEGRADABLE unlike some reptile substrates that are contributing to deforestation and then go to the landfill, EXPANDS 4-6 times it original volume when wet so it's easy to store in the meantime, ABSORBENT composition allows it to soak up messes and odors, leaving a cleaner habitat for your pet. Upgrade to an Arachnosupporter account. The Venezuelan Sun Tiger, Latin name Psalmopoeus irminia, is a truly stunning spider. Hasn’t displayed attitude yet, but expect it at some point. While it is considered best practise to include an open water dish for tarantulas, and I would certainly recommend it for the Sun Tiger, it is important to appreciate that this species often produces copious amounts of web. JavaScript is disabled. Alternatively, there are some excellent online suppliers who will post out feeder insects to your home. Monitor the humidity carefully using a suitable hygrometer, allowing the cage to dry out slightly between applications. Care is exactly the same as any other Psalmo except for ecclesiasticus (which are less drought tolerant), few inches of slightly moist sub (can let it dry out now and again), wide vertical bark piece (I prefer these over tubes as it means you actually get to see your tarantulas), plenty of low level plant cover around the bark, and a water dish. With such a fast species, the longer the better. Without somewhere safe and dark to hide away during daylight hours your spider is unlikely to be happy. Throw in a few insects and let the show begin. Registration is free, and dedicated forums exist for the discussion of Tarantulas, True Spiders, Centipedes & Scorpions. A mid-sized species, typically reaching around 5-6″ in legspan, it has bright red “tiger” stripes across the abdomen and also the tips of the legs, all contrasted against a glossy black background. Comments: When this species reaches about four inches (10.16cm), it tends to stay out more in the open and it is a nice display spider. This means that top-opening cages can be rather more risky than one in which the front opens instead. It is therefore advisable to place the water bowl somewhere easily accessible, and ideally away from the spider’s hide. As with all exotic pets, it is wise to try and replicate the natural environment as far as is possible when keeping them as pets. 320,00 lei. Venezuelan Sun Tiger (Psalmopoeus irminia) Care Sheet The Venezuelan Sun Tiger, Latin name Psalmopoeus irminia , is a truly stunning spider. TIP: For some fast and feisty species, rehousings can be the source of a lot of anxiety. I have three psalmos but not this species. Marks Tarantulas channel on YouTube has a few videos of his P victorri, showing him receiving it as a sling and rehousing as it grows to juvenile and adult enclosures. In my experience they're easily the crankiest species from the genus. Psalmopoeus irminias. IMO they are the best webbing of the genus. The Venezuelan Sun Tiger tends not to burrow in captivity, though they may move some of the substrate around, especially as youngsters. Part of the beauty of keeping tarantulas as pets is being to “landscape” a tank to look as much like nature as possible so feel free to get creative with your work! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Any idea if they're as sensitive as the Avics or have any solid husbandry information? Typical Psalmo behavior and defensiveness as well. Note that as these can be active spiders, it is wise to secure the cork bark from falling over. Youngsters can be fed every couple of days if you have the time to spare, and under such conditions will achieve adult dimensions in a very short space of time. It is not a defensive tarantula, and has never given me a threat pose. Those few extra moments can be more than a little handy for quickly closing the tank again to prevent escape. In addition, they pose a potentially lethal threat for a moulting tarantula. Upgrade to an Arachnosupporter account. I swear tarantulas intentionally doing it. More Info Here.

This gives you more than enough space to pop a range of vertical retreats in for your spider.

P victori are easy to care for, and as hardy as any other Psalmopoeus species. A good solution is to place the cage into your bath tub. You don't need as much ventilation as you would for Aviculariinae, a row of holes all around just above sub level and some holes in the lid is more than enough for any non-Avic species. While some keepers opt to place the heat mat underneath their tarantula’s cage, for arboreal species at least it is generally better to fix them to the side.

I have a line on a dude bringing some 1.5" slings in, and those are on my WANT list. As a result, a larger cage is preferable to a smaller one, because it gives you more “breathing room” before your spider making a move, and it getting out. Coming from a hot and humid environment it’s important that you can get the environmental conditions right. This simple act of drying, combined with suitable ventilation, helps to maintain an environment that balances air movement with suitable moisture. In 2016, however, they were also identified in Brazil, so their range may actually be considerably larger than we know now. For fast-growing species, like P. cambridgei, many folks choose to rehouse them into their adult enclosures much earlier than they would with other species. Thanks. A mid-sized species, typically reaching around 5-6″ in legspan, it has bright red “tiger” stripes across the abdomen and also the tips of the legs, all contrasted against a glossy black background.

Ok, I think I've got it. These give the impression of a tree trunk and allow your pet the vertical hunting space it is used to. We also have Classifieds, Reviews, Bite/Sting/Breeding Reports and more! Enter your email below to be alerted when this comes back in stock. Adresa ta de email nu va fi publicată. I currently have a C. Versicolor I've gotten through a molt, so so far so good there. Temperatures tend to stay relatively stable throughout the year, generally in the region of 26-28’C. I am currently keeping one, and this is pretty much the set up. Aquarium-safe silicon sealant can be used to carefully glue the bark in place, but ensure the silicon is completely dry, and the cage has been aired for 24 hours, before you consider popping your spider in.

Hi all. More Info Here. Over time you will get used to the volume and frequency that suits your tarantula, and you can feel reasonably confident that when food is refused a moult in nearing. Come and join our reptile-keeping community and prepare for some exciting discoveries! Keeping Exotic Pets is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon. Hi all. It is critical to mention that Psalmopoeus irminia is a tree dwelling (arboreal) tarantula, that spends most of its time off the ground. © 2020 KeepingExoticPets.com. As the common name suggests, Psalmopoeus irminia hails primarily from the rainforest areas of Venezuela. Safe for all reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids (i.e. Either way, the Venezuelan Sun Tiger has evolved to live in the warm, moist environment of the jungle. A large depth of substrate is therefore not strictly necessary. I have a .5” victori. Feel free to add artificial plants and the like to create a real “rainforest” feel. If this is your first tarantula then be certain to check that you will have easy access to live insects before investing in your spider. While cork itself is very lightweight, it is best not to take chances. I think you've got it all from the above. Additionally, please be aware that experts recommend even low-cost heat mats should be attached to a suitable thermotstat in order to prevent the risk of over-heating in the case of warmer weather or heater malfunction. Too close, and you may struggle to retrieve it after it has been enveloped in web. Not only can it be very quick indeed, which makes it difficult to control, but we have little knowledge yet about the toxicity of their venom. The Venezuelan Sun Tiger is a fast-growing species with a healthy appetite so it rarely disappoints. Feel free to use your creativity when exploring the homeware section of your local shop to see what might be easily turned into an efficient cage for Psalmopoeus irminia. Note that tree-dwelling spiders like the Venezuelan Sun Tiger are more likely to run up the side of the cage if disturbed. This means that if the spider gets out it needs to scale the sides of the bath before making for freedom, and many tarantulas struggle with this shiny surface.

When he used a brush to try to get the tiny escapee into a sling vial it kept turning around to take on the brush! Much more skittish compared to my irmania. I have all my T’s on corner wall shelves. Interestingly, the environmental conditions seen in much of Venezuela is very similar to that reported in Trindad, where their cousin Psalmopoeus cambridgei lives. I have a line on a dude bringing some 1.5" slings in, and those are on my WANT list. Recenzii (0) Recenzii Nu există recenzii până acum. A relative humidity of around 80% is ideal for Psalmopoeus irminia, and is easily achieved by regular spraying of the cage using a houseplant mister. Love the analogy. Common name: Venezuelan Suntiger. Just a couple of centimetres of a substrate known for it’s ability to hold and control moisture is typically enough. Originally described by biologist Saager as recently as 1994, this close relative to the Trinidad Chevron is one spider that all keepers should have in their collection…. Some even offer a “repeat order” service, so you don’t need to remember to keep on ordering. I also think these cages look fantastic and help to show off my Psalmopoeus irminia to best effect, while benefiting from the practicality of an opening front. Enter your email below to be alerted when this comes back in stock. One side are the happy go lucky kids (avics) and the other side is skid row (Psalmopoeus, Poecilotheria). This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. If ever an escape or bite is going to happen to the careful keeper, this is the time. As stated, fresh water should be available at all times from juvenile size upwards, and this should be changed regularly to avoid the build-up of micro-organisms. These are in essence the core elements of tank decor that will be required, but after this you can let your imagination run wild. Sooner or later, however, you’re going to need to move your spider. Theres actually 3 chambers to that, and a tube of sphagnum as well. Most tarantulas are surprisingly retiring animals, and the Venezuelan Sun Tiger is no exception. They seem hardier than avics and yea like. If these pieces of cork bark are slightly shorter than the cage is tall then your spider should be able to safely clamber behind and create a hide. Like a lizard basking in the sun, your spider can then move around the cage to seek out the area that suits them best. I initially put just enough substrates, and a long piece of cork bark, and this is what the enclosure look like right now. You must log in or register to reply here. tarantulas). We also have Classifieds, Reviews, Bite/Sting/Breeding Reports and more! This might seem like a tiny thing, but when your collection starts to grow rest assured it makes life a lot easier knowing that I have a new batch turning up each week!