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Common names: Brazilian Red
Adult Size: 12cm to 15cm
Type: New World, Terrestrial, Opportunistic Burrower
Growth Rate: Slow to medium
Temperament: Skittish, defensive. Calmer with age.
Lifespan: Females (14 to 16 years) | Males (3 to 4 years)
Origin: Brazil, Paraguay
Recommended Climate: 24-28°C (Summer), 20-24°C (Winter)
Recommended Humidity: 60-75%
Basic Enclosure Requirements: Terrestrial setup with at least 4 x the size of the spider in horizontal space, 5cm to 10cm of substrate with a shelter and a water dish.
Scientific Name: Nhandu carapoensis
Common names: Brazilian Red
Nhandu carapoensis is a lovely terrestrial Tarantula not often seen in the hobby. They grow to a reasonable size and make great display tarantulas. They have been described by some hobbyists as defensive, but we have never seen one show a threat pose and all species we’ve encountered are generally nervous or skittish at most, getting even calmer with age.
