Tiger Ornamental Tarantula

Poecilotheria tigrinawesseli is a large arboreal tarantula species within the family Theraphosidae. Adult females can reach a diagonal leg span of approximately 7–8 inches (17–20 cm), while males are slightly smaller and more slender. This species exhibits fast growth under optimal conditions, including warm temperatures (24–28 Celsius) and consistent feeding. Coloration changes noticeably after molting, with a vivid contrast and a subtle violet sheen near the carapace and legs, which darkens over time before the next molt. Behaviorally, P. tigrinawesseli is arboreal and shy, preferring to retreat to elevated shelters rather than immediately threat-posing when disturbed. This species is unlikely to leave its established retreat once it has built a home. Overall, it prefers to escape rather than bite, though its medically significant venom can cause severe consequences to house pets and humans.