Kilimanjaro Baboon Tarantula
Pterinochilus chordatus
Pterinochilus • Theraphosidae
Overview
**Kilimanjaro Baboon Tarantula** — A drier, highland-adapted Pterinochilus from the slopes of Kilimanjaro and surrounding mountain ranges of Tanzania and Kenya. Similar to P. murinus in temperament and care but from a cooler, drier habitat.
⚠️ OLD WORLD SPECIES: No urticating hairs; potent venom; highly defensive. For experienced keepers only.
Keep conditions dry. Room temperature (72-82°F) with full water dish is sufficient — no misting. P. chordatus is a prolific webber and deep burrower. Provides a cork bark hide to build around. Less commonly kept than P. murinus but an interesting addition for keepers who want Pterinochilus diversity.
Husbandry Requirements
Temperature & Humidity
Temperature
72-82°F
Humidity
50-65%
Enclosure Sizes
Substrate
Feeding Schedule
Prey size: Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)
Quick Stats
Type
fossorial
Adult Size
4-5 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Native Region
East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya)
Temperament
highly defensive
Behavior
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