Psalmopoeus victori (Darth Maul)

Psalmopoeus victori - Darth Maul Tarantula

Origin: Mexico.

Size: 5–6 inches (12–15 cm) leg span.

Lifespan: Females - 12 to 15 years / Males - 3 to 4 years

Lifestyle: Arboreal, webbing extensively.

Appearance: Bronze-to-reddish tones with dark contrasting patterns, giving it a dramatic look.

Temperament: Quick, defensive, and best kept as a display species.

Care & Habitat:

Enclosure: Arboreal setup with tall space, cork bark tubes, and anchor points for webbing.

Substrate: Coconut fiber or soil mix.

Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C).

Humidity: 65–70%, with a water dish and occasional misting.

Diet: Crickets, roaches, or similar feeders weekly; juveniles more often.