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STRIPED KNEE TARANTULA DISTRIBUTION :Mexico, Central America. Size: can reach 2.5" with a front to back leg span of 5"-6". Temperament :It is not particularly aggressive.Can be handled with caution. . Hardiness : Very hardy when properly maintained . Sexing: Males have papal bulbs on legs . Food : Feed weekly with various insects, also small mice. HOUSING : A 20 gal Terrarium can house one mid sized specimen. Landscape and create shelters with hollow logs etc. Water: A small shallow dish for drinking . Temperature : : Day 82- 85F Night 78 F. Provide high Humidity. Mist daily Lighting: No special lighting required. Heating: A heat pad should be RETURN TO MENU |
| EMPEROR SCORPION DISTRIBUTION : Africa (Togo and Ghana).Size: maximum length 8", usually 4-6". Temperament: Usually is very docile and does not sting . You can keep many scorpions in the same terrarium. Hardiness: Very hardy . Sexing Males have, behind the rear legs, large pectimal combs. Food : small pink mice, king meal worms, and insects DO NOT OVER FEED. HOUSING :A couple of scorpions can be housed in a 20 gal terrarium. Landscape and create hiding places. Water: provide a small shallow dish with fresh water for drinking . Temperature: day 76-86F,mist regularly . Lighting: No artificial lighting required. Heating : Use a heating pad . |