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Peruvian Pink Toe

Avicularia juruensis

AviculariaTheraphosidae

intermediate
Peruvian Pink Toe (Avicularia juruensis)
original: R. C. West processed image: Peter Coxhead, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

**Peruvian Pink Toe** — A mid-sized Avicularia from the western Amazon basin. Grey-black body with contrasting pink toe pads. Taxonomy within the Avicularia genus has been revised extensively in recent years — verify current classification if sourcing.

Care mirrors other Avicularia: cross-ventilated enclosure, light misting, moist substrate base, vertical space with cork or plants. Good feeder and active species. Typically more visible than many tarantulas due to arboreal habits — often rests exposed on cork bark or inside its tube web anchor.

Docile and calm. An excellent addition to any arboreal collection, particularly for keepers wanting Avicularia representation from different geographic regions.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

72-82°F

Humidity

65-75%

Enclosure Sizes

Sling:Small arboreal vial (cross-ventilated)
Juvenile:5x5x8" vertical
Adult:10x10x16" vertical

Substrate

Type:moist coco fiber (base only)
Depth:2-3 inches

Feeding Schedule

Sling:Every 4-5 days
Juvenile:Once per week
Adult:Every 1-2 weeks

Prey size: Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)

Quick Stats

Type

arboreal

Adult Size

4.5-5.5 inches

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

Peru, Brazil (Acre, Amazonas)

Temperament

docile

Behavior

Webbingheavy
BurrowingNo
Water DishOptional

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