Cyriopagopus schmidti 'Phong Nha-Ke Bang'
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Common Name: Chinese Bird Spider, Chinese Earth Tiger
Native Locale: China, Vietnam
Category: Arboreal, Old World
Adult Size (DLS): 6 - 8 inches
Lifespan: Females=30 years Males=4 years
Growth Rate: Medium - fast
Demeanor: Aggressive, defensive, fast. Venom is potent and said to be medically significant. Bites repeatedly.
Difficulty: Recommended for intermediate to experienced collectors.Identifiable by its golden-brown carapace and legs that are a striking contrast to its dark black underside. The abdomen and legs have tiger-like striping.
Has burrowing tendencies when young, requiring a deep substrate.
Females are said to be the largest of asian spiders.
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