The adult Bolivian White-footed Spider has a body length of 13-14 centimeters and a leg span similar to other species in the genus. The juvenile spiders are very small, measuring less than 1 centimeter in leg span when hatched, and they hide by digging holes. If provided with thick substrate, they adapt to the new environment in just 1-2 days, making it difficult to see them again. However, once they reach a certain size, they no longer frequently dig their own burrows and prefer to accept a ready-made hiding place. The suitable temperature is 25-27℃, with a humidity of 70%. It is recommended to use slightly damp peat blocks or coconut bricks as substrate.
Scientific name: Bolivian White-footed Spider
Alias: Acanthoscurria insubtilis
Kingdom: Animalia
Subfamily: Theraphosinae
Place of origin: Bolivia
Bolivian White-footed Spider (scientific name: Acanthoscurria insubtilis), also known as Bolivian White-knee Spider, is native to the tropical rainforests of Bolivia. It is a relatively small species in the Acanthoscurria genus, with unremarkable colors and body size. As a result, they are not very popular among pet bird spider enthusiasts. Adult individuals have a very similar appearance to Costa Rican Zebra Legs.
It is recommended for spider enthusiasts to keep the Bolivian White-footed Spider as a pet. The juvenile spiders are very small, measuring less than 1 centimeter in leg span when hatched, and they hide by digging holes. Due to the lack of distinctive features in terms of body size and coloration, the Bolivian White-footed Spider is not very popular among pet tarantula owners.
Many players find that the appearance of adult individuals resembles that of the Costa Rican Zebra Tarantula. As the Bolivian White-footed Spider is not highly aggressive and does not readily kick hairs, it is recommended as a beginner species for new players.
1. Emaciation disease
When you find that the spider's body surface becomes dull, the skin begins to dry and turn yellow, it is likely that emaciation disease has appeared. This condition is generally caused by the spider not eating well, leading to malnutrition due to long-term hunger.
2. Intestinal inflammation
Contrary to emaciation disease, this is caused by overeating. The owner keeps feeding the spider constantly, or feeds the spider with food at a low temperature, which can cause abdominal distension and abdominal pain, eventually leading to intestinal inflammation.
3. Partial paralysis
Spiders do not require high environmental conditions, but when the temperature is too high, especially in summer when it is hot and humid, and the spider's cage is too far from the ventilation port, the spider will be in a state close to heat stroke, with its legs paralyzed by nerve damage, leading to partial paralysis.
4. Constipation
Constipation mostly occurs due to lack of drinking water. In addition to eating, spiders also need to intake water. If the owner only feeds the spider but does not provide water to drink, the water in the food cannot provide the moisture required by the spider's body.
5. Black rot disease
Not eating or moving, decreased vitality, and the appearance of black rot-like ulcerative lesions in the abdomen are manifestations of spider black rot disease. The reason for this condition is that water and food are not fresh. If the spider eats food with bacteria, it may be infected with black rot disease, which can lead to death.
6. Mold disease
Especially in the south, the hot and humid weather in summer easily exposes the spider's body surface to bacterial invasion. The spider's joints become stiffer and its body becomes damp, providing a favorable environment for bacteria to survive and multiply, leading to the occurrence of mold spots on the spider's body.
7. Parasites
Parasites can be considered the most disgusting disease for spiders. If it is small insects, it's okay, but those aggressive parasites will crawl on the spider's body, which looks very disgusting. Besides affecting the spider's rest, they may also carry other viruses, causing multiple infections and threatening the spider's life.
The Bolivian White-footed Spider is native to the tropical rainforests of Bolivia, so if you want to keep this pet spider, you should pay attention to the environment setup to make it similar to its natural habitat. This pet spider has a strong adaptability and can usually adapt within 1-2 days after being brought home.
Like other pet spiders, the Bolivian White-footed Spider can be fed with crickets, cockroaches, and other insects. Occasionally, you can also give it mice and small birds, but it is important to vary its diet regularly and avoid excessive monotony. Adult Bolivian White-footed Spiders can be fed once every 5-7 days.
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