The Brazilian Redhead spider, scientific name Nhanducarapoensis. Also known as the Brazilian Orange-Haired Bird Spider, it is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil and belongs to the larger species of spiders.
Scientific Name: Nhanducarapoensis
Also known as: Brazilian Orange-Haired Bird Spider
Origin: Brazilian tropical rainforests
Adult size: 16-17 cm leg span
Recommended temperature: 26-28°C
Recommended humidity: 80%
Suggested substrate: moist peat, coconut brick, clay as substrate
Suitability level: Collection
This is a larger species that looks fluffy. They are named after the long red hairs covering their bodies. This species is relatively rare in the pet bird spider market, probably because it was introduced to the pet market relatively late and Brazil, its country of origin, has started to ban the export of bird spiders.
Similar to other Brazilian species such as Brazilian Black and White Leg and Brazilian White Stripe Red Tail, their juveniles are very small and almost gray-white. They only begin to show some colors when they reach over 3 cm, and their adult colors develop at around 6 cm.
According to information, the bristles of this species are more irritating compared to most other New World species. They are also easily stressed and will start to kick hairs when they feel threatened, including when their keepers accidentally startle them by opening their enclosures.
Therefore, we believe that they are not suitable for first-time keepers who have never kept pet bird spiders. However, because they do not burrow much, they are considered a good species for display as pet bird spiders. If you have some experience in keeping pet bird spiders and enjoy collecting rare species, they should be a good choice.
According to the data, the Brazilian Redhead spider is more stimulating compared to most other New World species, and they are also very easily nervous. Once they perceive a threat, they will start to kick hairs, including accidentally disturbing them when their keepers open their housing boxes. Therefore, they are not suitable for beginners who have never kept pet bird spiders. However, since they basically do not dig, they are considered a good species of pet bird spiders for display.
Fans of pet spiders are advised to keep the Brazilian Redhead, a larger species of bird-eating spider with a name derived from the long red bristles that cover its body. Native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, it was introduced to the pet market relatively late and is less common and more expensive. It is suitable for players who collect pets. Its bristles are more stimulating compared to other species, and it is recommended for novice players without breeding experience.
1. Emaciation Disease
When you find that the spider's body becomes dull and the skin begins to dry and turn yellow, it is likely that emaciation disease has occurred. This condition is generally caused by the spider not eating well, resulting in malnutrition.
2. Intestinal Inflammation
In contrast to emaciation disease, this is caused by overeating. If the owner keeps feeding the spider or feeds it with low-temperature food, it will cause bloating and abdominal pain, eventually leading to intestinal inflammation.
3. Hemiplegia
Spiders do not require high environmental conditions, but when the temperature is too high, especially in summer, with high temperature and humidity, and the spider's cage is far from the ventilation, the spider will be in a state close to heatstroke. Its legs will be paralyzed, resulting in hemiplegia.
4. Constipation
The most common cause of constipation is lack of water. In addition to food, spiders also need water. If the owner only feeds the spider but does not provide water to drink, the water in the food will not provide the necessary moisture for the spider's body.
5. Black Rot Disease
Loss of appetite, decreased activity, and the appearance of black and decayed ulcerative lesions in the abdomen, this is the manifestation of spider black rot disease. The reason for this condition is that the water and food are not fresh. If the spider eats food infected with bacteria, it will contract black rot disease, which can be fatal.
6. Mold Disease
Especially in the southern regions, in hot and humid weather, the spider's body surface is easily invaded by bacteria. The spider's joints become increasingly stiff, and the body becomes more and more humid, providing a suitable environment for bacteria to survive and reproduce, causing the spider to develop mold spots.
7. Parasites
Parasites can be said to be the most disgusting disease for spiders. If they are small insects, it's fine, but the kind of rampant parasites crawling on the spider's body is extremely disgusting. Not only does it affect the spider's rest, but it may also carry other viruses, causing multiple infections and posing a threat to the spider's life.
The Brazilian Redhead spider is native to Brazil and prefers to inhabit the tropical rainforests of Brazil. Due to being a bird-eating spider, its size is relatively larger compared to typical pet spiders, so it is generally not recommended for beginner players who want to keep Brazilian Redhead spiders.
According to information, the hairs of this species of Brazilian Redhead spider are more irritating compared to most other New World species, and they are also very easily agitated. Once they perceive a threat, they will start to kick their hairs, including when their owners accidentally disturb them by opening their enclosures. Therefore, they are not suitable for beginners who have never kept pet bird-eating spiders. However, because they do not dig much, they are considered a good species of pet bird-eating spider suitable for display.
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