Acanthoscurria geniculata (Giant White Knee Tarantula) ABOUT 2" πFEMALEπ
This is an impressive heavy-bodied species that makes a spectacular display tarantula as it stays out in the open most of the time. Of the large, terrestrial spiders, this is certainly one of the most beautiful. These rather bold creatures begin to have adult coloration early on, making them them look like miniature adults when they are still quite young. They are hardy, easy to care for, and feeding time is always a spectacle!Β Name and Description History: Mygale geniculata C. L. Koch, 1841 Scurria geniculata C. L. Koch, 1850 Acanthoscurria geniculata Ausserer, 1871 New World, Terrestrial Size: Can reach up to 8.5β³ Growth Rate:Β Β Medium-Fast. After about eight months, I have some from the same sac that range from 2β³ to nearly 4β³. Natural Habitat: They are native to Brazil where the average temperature is in the mid 70s. Housing Needs: Terrestrial setup. Humidity needs are low. My large female frequently splashes water from her water dish onto the substrate to make a moist area to sit