The well-known species in the Acanthoscurria genus are the Brazilian White Knee Tarantula and Brazilian Giant White Knee Tarantula, but next in line is the Bolivian Redtail. This is also a pet bird-eating spider species with both size and color. They may have a leg span of over 20 centimeters.
Chinese Name: Bolivian Redtail/Bolivian Salmon Pink Tarantula
Scientific Name: Acanthoscurria chacoana
Origin: Bolivia, Argentina
Habitat: Tropical Rainforest/Grassland
Adult Size: 18~20cm
Temperature: 26~28℃
Humidity: 75%
Lifestyle: Terrestrial
Growth Rate: 3 stars Toxicity: 2 stars Speed: 2 stars
If you like climbing pets, it is recommended to keep the Bolivian Redtail. It also has a certain level of aggression, and the increase in fur quantity allows them to kick out more at once. Compared to the Brazilian White Knee, the Bolivian Redtail is not as popular in the market, so the price of the Bolivian Redtail will be higher.
1. Emaciation
When you find that the spider's body becomes dull and the skin starts to become dry and yellow, it is likely that emaciation has occurred. This condition is generally caused by the spider not eating well and suffering from malnutrition for a long time.
2. Intestinal inflammation
In contrast to emaciation, this is caused by overeating. If the owner keeps feeding the spider or feeds it with food at a low temperature, it can cause bloating and abdominal pain in the spider, leading to intestinal inflammation over time.
3. Hemiplegia
The spider does not require high environmental requirements, but when the temperature is too high, especially in summer, with high temperature and humidity, if the spider's cage is too far away from the vent, it can cause the spider to suffer from heat stroke-like condition, with its legs paralyzed and unable to move.
4. Constipation
Constipation is mostly caused by not drinking water. Besides eating, spiders also need to consume water. If the owner only gives the spider food without water, the moisture in the food cannot provide the spider's body with the necessary hydration.
5. Black rot disease
Not eating or moving, declining spirit, and the appearance of black ulcerative lesions on the abdomen are manifestations of spider black rot disease. The cause of this condition is that the water and food are not fresh, and if the spider eats food contaminated with bacteria, it can contract black rot disease, which can lead to death in severe cases.
6. Mold disease
Especially in the southern regions, the hot and humid weather in summer can easily cause the spider's body to be invaded by bacteria. The spider's joints become increasingly stiff, and its body becomes increasingly damp, which creates an environment suitable for bacteria to survive and multiply, leading to the appearance of mold spots on the spider.
7. Parasites
Parasites can be said to be the most disgusting disease for spiders. If it's a small insect, it's fine, but those rampant parasites will crawl on the spider's body, which looks very disgusting. It not only affects the spider's rest but also may carry other viruses, causing multiple infections and threatening the spider's life.
Most bird-eating spiders have similar diets, and the Bolivian Redtail is no exception. Generally, insects can be given as food, but it is very rare for a bird-eating spider to catch a bird. However, if conditions permit, feeding small birds is also possible.
Bird-eating spiders do not rely on web weaving to catch prey. They still rely on strength and speed, so it is generally sufficient to feed the Bolivian Redtail with insect food. As long as the size is suitable, mammals such as lizards, birds, and mice can also be fed. However, it is important to rotate the food frequently to avoid a single diet.
When breeding the Bolivian Redtail, it is important to pay attention to the same feeding points as other bird-eating spiders and regularly change the diet to match the tropical rainforest breeding environment.
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