Skeleton tarantula (Ephebopus murinus) is part of the
Species: murinus.The species is found in low-altitude tropical forests in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana and Suriname.Individuals belonging to this species live in forests, on their soil. The species is described as semi-fossorial which means that the specimens will dig their underground tunnels.
Ephebopus murinus food
Crickets, cockroaches, mealworms, superworms, locusts. It is a voracious species resembling in appetite Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens. The food offered should not exceed the size of the tarantula's abdomen. between 3-5 crickets per week for adults.Features Ephebopus murinus
Black with yellowish-white stripes on the legs, tan-beige cephalothorax and dark brown abdomen. The stripes on the legs are very similar to those of the Aphonopelma seemani species only they are more yellowish. The front legs are wider towards the tips than the rear ones, resembling in appearance those of arboreal species. Species that spends most of its time in underground galleries, fast, defensive, not recommended for beginners. This tarantula possesses hives but not on the abdomen but on the chelicereal pedipalpisi, which it will not hesitate to throw if it feels threatened or disturbed. Dimensions at maturity: 10-13cm, in some cases females can reach 15cm legspan.
Terrarium
Terrarium for specimens that have reached maturity is recommended a terrarium of 30x30x40 (Lxlxh) or an aquarium of 20-25l (for those who prefer aquariums as terrariums). The most suitable substrate would be the rooster, and the thickness of the substrate should be around 15-20 cm because it is a species that digs underground galleries. if he does not have enough substrate, he will make galleries from his own canvas. You should never miss the water bowl.
It is a species that requires a higher level of humidity somewhere at 80%. In general, in specimens that have passed the chicken stage, there will be food leftovers in the corners of the terrarium (usually in water dishes) that must be removed as quickly as possible to avoid the appearance of mites and mold. Because the species requires a higher level of humidity the appearance of mites is common in most cases, so the most advisable would be to check once every 2-3 weeks the substrate carefully to prevent their appearance. if they are detected, the substrate must be replaced and the entire terrarium washed with water.
Venom
All species of tarantulas possess venom. Although it is not very potent, bites are never placute.De like any species of tarantula and Ephebopus murinus can be unpredictable and a bite can occur at any time. For these reasons we recommend maximum attention when the tarantula is fed, moved or when its terrarium is cleaned.
Reproduction Ephebopus murinus
Mating is difficult, with risks of sexual cannibalism for the male.
