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The Psalmopoeus victori has earned its dramatic hobby name - the Darth Maul - and it absolutely lives up to it. This striking species displays a dark, almost charcoal-black body with vivid red-orange abdominal markings that give it an otherworldly, sinister appearance unlike anything else in the Psalmopoeus genus. It is a relatively new entry to the hobby and remains rare and highly sought-after by serious collectors.
Quick Stats:
- Type: New World Arboreal (no urticating hairs)
- Adult Size: 5-6 inches
- Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
- Temperament: Bold, defensive, and fast
- Venom: New World - treat bites seriously
- Urticating Hairs: No
Husbandry Tips: Tall arboreal enclosure with cork bark or hollow logs. Cross-ventilation is important. Moderate humidity. Temperatures of 75-84F.
If you want one of the rarest and most dramatically colored tarantulas in the hobby right now, this is it.