Avicularia bicegoi (2cm)

Type: New Word, arboreal.

Growth Rate: Medium/Fast

Temperament: Docile but jumpy.

Lifespan: “Suspected” – Females (10 to 12 years) | Males (3 to 4 years)

Origin: Venezuela, Northern Brasil

Recommended Climate: 24-26°C (Summer), 20-25°C (Winter)

Recommended Humidity: 70-80% with cross flow ventilation.

Basic Enclosure Requirements: Arboreal setup with at least 4 x the size of the spider in vertical space, 5cm to 10cm of substrate. The enclosure must have good cross-flow ventilation with vertical structure of any kind as these arboreal tarantulas tend to create intricate webbed homes of their own. Don’t forget the customary water dish.