Acanthoscurria geniculata Female (5.5cm)

Scientific Name: Acanthoscuria geniculata

Common Name: Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula, Giant White Knee, Whitebanded Tarantula

Type: Terrestrial

Category: New World

Endemic Location: Brazil

Body Length: 3.5” (9cm)

Diagonal Leg Span (DLS): 8.25”(21cm)

Urticating Hairs: Yes Type I & III

Growth Rate: Fast

Life Expectancy: Females 20 years / Males 4 years

Recommended Experience Level: Beginner