Poecilotheria ornata
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The Poecilotheria ornata or Fringed Ornamental Tarantula is a Sri Lankan native Tarantula known worldwide for its medically significant venom, incredible speed, and enormous size, especially for an arboreal Tarantula. Those who own these tarantulas are in for a visual treat during feeding times and should always use caution (and tongues), as the phrase "teleporting" is common when referring to “Pokies” of all species. It is important to note with this species that only California residents can purchase these from Juice’s Arthropods, and only the most experienced keepers should even consider these as pets.
CALIFORNIA SALES ONLY!
The Poecilotheria ornata or Fringed Ornamental Tarantula is a Sri Lankan native Tarantula known worldwide for its medically significant venom, incredible speed, and enormous size, especially for an arboreal Tarantula. Those who own these tarantulas are in for a visual treat during feeding times and should always use caution (and tongues), as the phrase "teleporting" is common when referring to “Pokies” of all species. It is important to note with this species that only California residents can purchase these from Juice’s Arthropods, and only the most experienced keepers should even consider these as pets.
CALIFORNIA SALES ONLY!
The Poecilotheria ornata or Fringed Ornamental Tarantula is a Sri Lankan native Tarantula known worldwide for its medically significant venom, incredible speed, and enormous size, especially for an arboreal Tarantula. Those who own these tarantulas are in for a visual treat during feeding times and should always use caution (and tongues), as the phrase "teleporting" is common when referring to “Pokies” of all species. It is important to note with this species that only California residents can purchase these from Juice’s Arthropods, and only the most experienced keepers should even consider these as pets.
What’s the ideal diet for a Fringed Ornamental Tarantula?
All Tarantulas can eat a variety of feeders. We recommend crickets, dubia roaches, silkworms, horned worms occasionally, and a superworm or mealworm as the occasional treat!
How should I keep a Fringed Ornamental Tarantula?
We recommend starting with a small Arboreal Bliss enclosure. When they are about ⅓ the size, you’ll want to upgrade to a medium or large Arboreal Bliss enclosure, depending on the tarantula. Feed them as slings once a week, twice if their opisthosoma (abdomen) looks small, but if the opisthosoma is wider than their prosoma (pneumothorax), then wait a couple of days to feed. Feed juveniles or adults nothing larger than their opisthosoma once a week. Make sure to keep a filled water dish at all times. Wider and deeper is fine; your tarantula can’t drown. They’ll float on top of the water.
How long could a Fringed Ornamental Tarantula live?
Females are believed to live upwards of 12+ years in captivity, and even males can live upwards of 3-4 years of age. All estimates are based on multiple sources.
