Is P Regalis venomous?

Bites. Although there has never been a recorded death from any tarantula bite, this species is considered to have a medically significant bite, with venom that may cause intense pain, judging from the experience of keepers bitten by other spiders from this genus.

Are there any tarantulas in India?

Indian Ornamental (Poecilotheria regalis) Indian Ornamental Tree Spider is a arboreal tarantula species, found in the Western and Eastern Ghats of India. The Indian ornamental live in holes of tree and one of the most popular species of tarantula in India.

Are tarantulas poisonous?

Tarantula toxicity is a rare occurrence. There are over 900 species of tarantula, and they are popular as pets. While tarantulas do possess venom, the vast majority of tarantula-related injuries occur as a result of urticating hairs.

What is an arboreal spider?

Theraphosid spiders are mainly terrestrial, living in burrows or natural cavities, some of them under rocks or fallen logs. Arboreal species live in cavities of trees or build their nest in epiphytes. Most arboreal species are found in tropical regions of America, Africa, and Asia. 74 species (Platnick, 2014).

What kind of Moss to use for p.regalis?

Custom enclosure set up for my 3″ P. regalis juvenile male. For substrate, my P. regalis is kept on a coco fiber/peat moss combination with moist sphagnum moss placed around the base of the cork bark to provide extra moisture.

How big does a Poecilotheria regalis grow to be?

Additionally, a brownish-red stripe is located underneath the abdomen — something that sets the Poecilotheria regalis apart from the other species in the genus. Poecilotheria regalis tends to grow to an average size; about 6-7 inches in legspan when fully grown.

What’s the growth rate of a p.regalis?

For temperatures, my P. regalis is kept at low 70s to mid 80s. A fast-growing arboreal with a great feeding response. My P. regalis has demonstrated a fast growth rate. They are good eaters, and it’s quite amazing to watch them hunt a prey item.

What kind of habitat does p.regalis live in?

This is an arboreal species that, in its natural habitat, lives in tall trees where it catches flying insects as its prey. In captivity, they are a hearty and gorgeous display tarantula for any keeper experienced with fast arboreal species. My 3″ juvenile P. regalis male.