Poecilotheria ornatus
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Common Name: Fringed Ornamental Tarantula
Native Locale: Wet forests in Sri Lanka
Category: Arboreal, Old World
Adult Size (DLS): 10 inches
Lifespan: Females=12 years Males=2-3 years
Growth Rate: Fast
Temperament: Highly defensive, extremely fast (often described as teleporting), and possessing potent, medically significant venom.
Difficulty: Recommended for only experienced collectors.Mature Ts show fractal-like patterns on the abdomen with greenish-yellow, purple, and black tones. It is known for its vivid yellow markings on the underside of its legs.
Probably the second largest of the genus, behind Poecilotheria rufilata. Requires a tall, vertical terrarium with plenty of cork bark and hides.
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