Lasiodora parahybana

Lasiodora is a genus of tarantulas from Brazil which includes some of the largest species in the world by leg span and bodyweight.

All Lasiodora  occur on the Atlantic coast of Brazil in rainforest, inhabiting large burrows on the ground level of the forest.

L. parahybana are impressive spiders, often obtaining a leg span of 9in or even 10in. The overall colouration is black, with grey hairs, yellow banding on the segments of the legs and vibrant red hairs on the abdomen.

As slings they need to be kept in our spiderling kits but would advise plastic over glass for them until selecting an adult home, (see below for setup options)

A waterbowl can be added but they tend to just throw dirt in them. They eat a lot and must be kept from being overfed.

A great starter tarantula if purchased as spiderlings and a wonderful display species as adults. Skittish but not defensive, and very long lived with some specimens living over 20 years.