Psalmopoeus cambridgei (Trinidad chevron)

Psalmopoeus cambridgei (Trinidad Chevron Tarantula)

Origin: Trinidad, Caribbean.

Size: 5–6.5 inches (13–16 cm) leg span.

Lifespan: Females 12–14 years, males 3–4 years.

Lifestyle: Arboreal, creating silken retreats in tree hollows and elevated spaces.

Appearance: Olive green to gray body with darker chevron markings on the abdomen and legs; spiderlings are vibrant orange, fading as they mature.

Temperament: Fast, defensive, and prone to threat displays. Not suitable for handling, but highly fascinating as a display species.

Care & Habitat:

Enclosure: Arboreal setup with tall space, cork bark tubes, and climbing structures. Provide excellent cross ventilation for airflow.

 Substrate: Coconut fiber or soil mix to maintain moderate humidity.

Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C).

Humidity: 70–75%, with a water dish and occasional misting.

Diet: Crickets, roaches, and other feeder insects weekly; juveniles more often.