Hysterocrates gigas ~ (Cameroon Red Tarantula) 2"+ – Unsexed Juvenile

The Hysterocrates gigas, commonly known as the Cameroon Red Tarantula, is a powerful Old World fossorial speciesknown for its impressive size, heavy burrowing behavior, and subtle reddish undertones that intensify with maturity. Native to Central Africa, this species is one of the few tarantulas that has been observed swimming and using water defensively in the wild.

These 2”+ unsexed juveniles are well-started and already exhibiting burrowing instincts. H. gigas is a fast grower and is best suited for intermediate to advanced keepers who appreciate large, secretive tarantulas with unique behaviors.

📦 Details:

• Species: Hysterocrates gigas

• Common Name: Cameroon Red Tarantula

• Size: 2”+

• Sex: Unsexed

• Defense: Defensive (Old World species; potent venom)

• Habitat Type: Fossorial (heavy burrower)

• Temperament: Skittish to defensive if disturbed

• Housing: Deep substrate enclosure with plenty of space for burrowing

• Feeding: Appropriately sized feeder insects

• Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced

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