Acanthoscurria chacoana


Acanthoscurria chacoana, also known as the Bolivian red rump tarantula, is a fast growing, docile tarantula found in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. It is commonly kept as a pet, preferring 70–80% humidity and a horizontally large enclosure, as it is terrestrial. This species of spider does create burrows and is a reddish-brown with tan stripes on its legs.

Lifespan

Female tarantulas of this species can live up to 20 years, while males tend to only live 3–4.

Size

Specimens of A. chacoana can get up to as adults, but the males tend to be much smaller than the females.