Cyriocosmus ritae
Cyriocosmus • Theraphosidae
A tiny (~2 inch) Peruvian dwarf with the genus's intricate black-and-white patterning and a heart-shaped abdominal mark. Docile and rarely defensive — if startled it bolts for its burrow rather than posturing. Unusually for a dwarf it both burrows and climbs, so add a little cork. Keep warm with damp-not-saturated substrate (65-75%) and a water dish once grown. Fast but harmless — urticating hairs, mild venom. A charming display dwarf.
Temperature
72-82°F
Humidity
65-75%
Prey size: —
Type
terrestrial
Adult Size
~2 inches (dwarf)
Growth Rate
medium-fast
Native Region
Peru
Temperament
docile; fast, retreats to burrow
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