Lasiodora Parahybana ( Salmon Pink Bird Eater ) SLING

Lasiodora parahybana is a large, fast-growing New World tarantula from Brazil. It is known for its impressive size, hairy appearance and generally hardy nature. It can be defensive and readily flicks urticating hairs when disturbed.

Care Guide.

Enclosure: Large, secure enclosure with good ventilation.

Substrate: 10–15 cm of coco fibre/soil mix for burrowing.

Temperature: 22–27°C.

Humidity: Moderate; keep the substrate slightly moist in the lower layers but avoid a constantly wet enclosure.

Water: Provide a shallow water dish at all times.

Feeding: Crickets, roaches and other suitably sized insects 1–2 times weekly, adjusted for age and size.

Hides: Provide cork bark or a suitable retreat.

Handling: Not recommended due to their size, speed and defensive behaviour.

Growth: Fast-growing and can reach an impressive 20–25 cm+ leg span.