Grammostola pulchripes (1cm)

The appearance and characteristics of Grammostola pulchripes, commonly known as the Chaco Golden Knee, is a true giant among gentle birders. Its distinguishing mark is the distinct golden-yellow stripes running along its dark legs, with particularly bright accents on the knees. Young specimens of 1 cm in size are very voracious and gain weight quickly. This species builds a powerful stature and is extremely long-lived - females can live up to 20-25 years, reaching an impressive size that inspires awe in any observer. Behavior and venom This bird is prized for its stoic calm. It rarely shows aggression, and its main reaction to stress is to slowly flee or comb out its scalding hairs. Due to its phlegmatic nature, it is considered one of the best species for learning to handle spiders. It has a very weak venom, comparable to a bee sting, making it a safe choice for home breeding. Breeding conditions In the wild, it inhabits the Chaco areas of Argentina and Paraguay, making it a species that is very resistant to breeding errors. In the terrarium, it prefers a temperature in the range of 24-27°C. As a terrestrial spider, it requires a horizontal tank with a thicker layer of substrate, as young individuals like to dig burrows. Humidity should be kept moderate by cyclically wetting parts of the substrate. This is a spider that forgives many shortcomings and rarely refuses food.