Species: Megaphobema robustum
Common name: Colombian Giant Redleg tarantula
Origin: Tropical rainforests of Colombia and Brazil
Type: Terrestrial
Sex: Male
Age: Adult
Size: 15-16cm leg spam
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General information :
 
Temperament: Skittish, reclusive, and nervous, best suited for intermediate keepers.
 
Defense Mechanism: Famous for a unique defense where it spins in circles and actively kicks or bucks with its spiny, armored rear legs rather than just fleeing or standard hair-flicking.
 
Lifespan: Females live 15–20+ years; males live 4–6 years.
 
Housing: Terrestrial setup with deep, moisture-retaining substrate for opportunistic burrowing, alongside a hide and water dish.
 
Temperature: Ambient range of 22°C to 28°C.
 
Humidity: High humidity, ideally kept around 70% to 80% with slightly moist substrate.
 
Diet: Crickets, roaches, large insects, and occasionally small vertebrates like lizards or mice for adults.