Thai Zebra Foot (Haplopelma albostriatum) as its name suggests, this spider is native to Thailand. Due to their strong aggression and unattractive appearance, they have always been unpopular, so it can be imagined that not many people keep them as pets. They mainly inhabit Thailand.
Chinese Name: 泰国斑马脚
Geographical Distribution: Thailand
Reproduction Method: Oviparous
Habits: Aggressive
Physical Characteristics: Approximately 13-15cm
Diet: Crickets, occasionally fed with newborn white mice
Care: Suitable Temperature: 25-29 degrees
Suitable Humidity: 70-85%
Thai Zebra Foot Spider: Native to the tropical rainforests of Thailand and Myanmar, it has long been introduced as a species in the pet tarantula market. If the most famous species in the Haplopelma genus is the metallic blue, then perhaps the Zebra Foot is in second place. However, due to their strong aggression and relatively unattractive appearance, they have never been very popular.
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 it is suffering from emaciation. This condition is generally caused by the spider not eating well and experiencing long-term malnutrition.
2. Intestinal inflammation
On the contrary, this condition is caused by overeating. When the owner keeps feeding the spider continuously, or when the food temperature is too low during feeding, it can cause abdominal distension and pain, eventually leading to intestinal inflammation.
3. Partial paralysis
Spiders do not have high demands on the environment, but when the temperature is too high, especially in summer, with high temperatures and high humidity, if the spider's cage is far away from the ventilation opening, the spider will be in a state close to heatstroke, causing paralysis in its legs and making it partially unable to move.
4. Constipation
The main reason for constipation is usually lack of water intake. In addition to food, spiders also need to drink water. If the owner only feeds the spider but does not provide water, the moisture in the food cannot supply the spider's body with the necessary water.
5. Black rot disease
Not eating or moving, decreased vitality, and the appearance of black necrotic ulcerative lesions on the abdomen are the manifestations of black rot disease in spiders. The reason behind this condition is the consumption of water and food that are not fresh. If the spider eats food contaminated with bacteria, it may contract black rot disease, which can eventually lead to death.
6. Mold spot disease
Especially in the south, in the hot and humid weather of summer, the spider's body surface is easily invaded by bacteria. The spider's joints become stiffer, and its body becomes increasingly damp, creating an environment in which bacteria thrive, leading to the appearance of mold spots on the spider.
7. Parasites
Parasites can be considered the most disgusting disease for spiders. If they are small bugs, it is manageable. However, when those obnoxious parasites crawl on the spider's body, it looks extremely repulsive. Apart from affecting the spider's rest, they may also carry other viruses, causing multiple infections and posing a threat to the spider's life.
Thai Zebra Foot is sold at a relatively low price in the market, so few people are willing to breed it. Due to their aggressive nature, it is best not to deliberately provoke them when they are kept as pets, otherwise they are easily bitten by them.
Compared with species from arid areas, they grow much faster. This may be due to the abundant supply of wild individuals. In the wild, their main food is crickets, and they can also be fed newly born white mice in between. In the case of home breeding, if conditions permit, they can also be fed crickets and mice to satisfy their appetite.
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