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At a glance
- Keeper level
- Intermediate
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial
- Adult size
- 8–10 inches
- Temperament
- Bold and exploratory. Thrives as a display species — captivating to watch as it moves through its enclosure.
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.
About this species
- Scientific Name
- Lasiodora parahybana
- Common Name
- Brazilian Salmon Pink Tarantula
- World Type
- New World
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Origin
- Brazil
- Habitat
- Atlantic Forest / Tropical scrubland
- Display Appeal
- High
Highlights
Healthy, active, and shipped with care
Native range: Brazil
Adult size: 8–10 inches
Keeper level: Intermediate
Terrestrial — atlantic forest / tropical scrubland
Display appeal: High
Species profile
Lasiodora parahybana — commonly known as the Brazilian Salmon Pink Tarantula — is a New World terrestrial species with a natural range spanning Brazil. In ideal conditions, adults reach a legspan of 8–10 inches, displaying the full coloration and presence this species is prized for in the hobby. Maintain temperatures of 75–84°F with 65–75% relative humidity and this animal will reward you with years of reliable display and fascinating behavior.
Listing details
Lasiodora parahybana - unsexed- Brazilian Salmon Pink Tarantula
Lasiodora parahybana, the Brazilian salmon pink bird-eating tarantula, also simply known as the salmon pink or LP, is a tarantula from north-eastern Brazil and considered to be the third largest tarantula in the world. They are popular pets in the tarantula hobby due to their large size and readiness to breed. They are also considered to be 'docile'.
Photo by James Fuentes
Care guidance
Keep in a spacious terrestrial enclosure with ample floor area. Maintain 75–84°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.