Acanthoscurria geniculata - male-Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula

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$69.99

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4”

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Species Overview

Scientific Name: Acanthoscurria geniculata
Common Name: Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula
World Type: New World
Lifestyle: Terrestrial
Temperament: Bold and exploratory. Thrives as a display species — captivating to watch as it moves through its enclosure.
Adult Size: 8–9 inch leg span (female)
Growth Rate: Fast
Origin: Brazil (Amazon basin)
Keeper Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Habitat: Humid rainforest floor
Display Appeal: Exceptional — bold black and white knee banding; large, active, and dramatic

Highlights

Healthy, active, and shipped with care

Native range: South America

Adult size: 6–8 inches

Keeper level: Intermediate

Terrestrial — tropical forest floor

Display appeal: High

Care & Keeper Notes

Care Summary

Keep in a spacious terrestrial enclosure with ample floor area. Maintain 75–82°F and 65–75% humidity. Provide moist tropical substrate at least 3–4 inches deep with a secure hide and a shallow water dish — consistency in these basics is the key to a thriving specimen.

Keeper Notes

Best appreciated as a display species — observe through the enclosure and enjoy the show. Use long feeding tongs for prey delivery and routine maintenance. Not a handling species.

Species Profile

Acanthoscurria geniculata — commonly known as the Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula — is a New World terrestrial species with a natural range spanning South America. In ideal conditions, adults reach a legspan of 6–8 inches, displaying the full coloration and presence this species is prized for in the hobby. Maintain temperatures of 75–82°F with 65–75% relative humidity and this animal will reward you with years of reliable display and fascinating behavior.

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