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A rare gem from the Loreto region of Peru, C. aueri was formally described by Kaderka in 2016. This tiny terrestrial dwarf is prized for its striking pink-to-red leg coloration and a distinctive pink heart-shaped marking on the abdomen. Nervous but never aggressive, it makes a rewarding display animal for keepers of all experience levels.
- Origin: Peru (Loreto region)
- Adult size: ~6 cm diagonal legspan
- Lifestyle: Terrestrial, obligate burrower
- Temperature: 70-80F
- Temperament: Gentle - nervous but not aggressive
- Growth rate: Very fast, mature in ~1 year
- Diet: Crickets, roaches; fruit flies for spiderlings
- Venom: Mild - not medically significant
- Urticating Hairs: Yes
Setup: Provide 5-6 cm of damp coconut fibre substrate and a hide. A retreat is essential as this species is nervous and relies on thick webbing over its burrow entrance.