Full Grown Size 5 to 5. 5 inches. Growth Slow speed. Temperature 75 to 85 degrees F. Humidity Medium. Temperament Docile and calm. Housing 10-gallon tank.
Floor space is more important than height.
Substrate 3 to 5 inches of potting soil, peat moss or vermiculite. Although most people are not affected by this species, some people may be allergic to the venom, or just more sensitive, making it a dangerous situation. This is one of the reasons that people should not handle this tarantula. Also, New World species of tarantulas like this one can flick urticating hairs off of their abdomens, which can also cause a reaction, depending on the person. Affects of this tarantulas' natural defenses may vary between people.