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Mozambique Golden Baboon

Augacephalus junodi

AugacephalusTheraphosidae

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Overview

A golden-legged African baboon from dry savannas — a fast, defensive, web-heavy obligate burrower for expert keepers. No urticating hairs; potent Old World venom. Keep dry with deep substrate it can web into burrows, plus a small water dish. Not for handling.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

75-85°F

Humidity

50-65%

Enclosure Sizes

Adult:10x10x12 inches (deep substrate)

Substrate

Type:dry sandy/coco mix it can web into deep burrows; small water dish
Depth:5-7 inches

Feeding Schedule

Adult:1 prey per week

Prey size:

Quick Stats

Type

fossorial

Adult Size

4-5 inches

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

Southern Africa (Mozambique, South Africa)

Temperament

defensive, fast; web-heavy deep burrower

Behavior

Webbingheavy
BurrowingYes
Water DishRequired

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