The Ceratogyrus comprises of species belonging to the tarantula family indigenous to parts of southern Africa. According to February 2019 reports, there are about ten species in this genera.
Size: Most species of this genus are big, like the Ceratogyrus darlingi having a body length of 11cm-13cm (4-5 inches). The females of this genus are larger than their male counterparts.
Color: Their color varies from pale or dark brown to black. However, all species of this genus have a pale yellow sub-abdominal band, placed anteriorly.
Other Characteristic Features: Most species of this genus are renowned for their curved, black horn situated on their carapace.
A single sac may contain about 100-120 eggs, which are jealously guarded by the females.
They stay with their mother for a while after maturation and then disperse to be on their own.
They do make webs, some of which are hammock-styled, though detailed information is available about the same.
Many species of this genus are known to be aggressive. However, they do not cause much harm to humans, excepting localized pain, swelling and other mild symptoms.
| Lifespan | Males: Approximately 4 years; Females: About 15 years |
| Distribution | Throughout southern Africa |
| Habitat | Mostly in burrows |
| Diet | Different types of insects |
Image Credits: mikebasictarantula.com
The Ceratogyrus comprises of species belonging to the tarantula family indigenous to parts of southern Africa. According to February 2019 reports, there are about ten species in this genera.
Size: Most species of this genus are big, like the Ceratogyrus darlingi having a body length of 11cm-13cm (4-5 inches). The females of this genus are larger than their male counterparts.
Color: Their color varies from pale or dark brown to black. However, all species of this genus have a pale yellow sub-abdominal band, placed anteriorly.
Other Characteristic Features: Most species of this genus are renowned for their curved, black horn situated on their carapace.
A single sac may contain about 100-120 eggs, which are jealously guarded by the females.
They stay with their mother for a while after maturation and then disperse to be on their own.
They do make webs, some of which are hammock-styled, though detailed information is available about the same.
Many species of this genus are known to be aggressive. However, they do not cause much harm to humans, excepting localized pain, swelling and other mild symptoms.
| Lifespan | Males: Approximately 4 years; Females: About 15 years |
| Distribution | Throughout southern Africa |
| Habitat | Mostly in burrows |
| Diet | Different types of insects |
Image Credits: mikebasictarantula.com
