The Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula is a special spider from Southeast Asia. When you say its name “hati hati,” it’s like telling someone to be careful! Here, you’ll discover interesting facts about this unique spider and why its name makes so much sense.
The yellowish-orange eggs are laid on a silk case made of webbing. The mother will then roll the web into a sac, fiercely protecting it.
As a juvenile, they tend to burrow underground. The spiderlings become more arboreal as they mature.
These tarantulas use webbing to line their burrows.
Yes, the Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula has venom. But it’s mainly used to subdue their small prey.
Yes, they can bite if they feel threatened. However, their bite is often compared to a bee sting in terms of pain for humans.
| Other names | Purple tree spider, Borneo purple earth tiger tarantula |
| Lifespan | Males: 4-5 years, Females: 10-12 years |
| Distribution | Western parts of Sumatra, as well as parts of Indonesia |
| Habitat | Tropical forests |
| Diet | Crickets, parasites, termites, and worms |
Borneo Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula
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The Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula is a special spider from Southeast Asia. When you say its name “hati hati,” it’s like telling someone to be careful! Here, you’ll discover interesting facts about this unique spider and why its name makes so much sense.
The yellowish-orange eggs are laid on a silk case made of webbing. The mother will then roll the web into a sac, fiercely protecting it.
As a juvenile, they tend to burrow underground. The spiderlings become more arboreal as they mature.
These tarantulas use webbing to line their burrows.
Yes, the Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula has venom. But it’s mainly used to subdue their small prey.
Yes, they can bite if they feel threatened. However, their bite is often compared to a bee sting in terms of pain for humans.
| Other names | Purple tree spider, Borneo purple earth tiger tarantula |
| Lifespan | Males: 4-5 years, Females: 10-12 years |
| Distribution | Western parts of Sumatra, as well as parts of Indonesia |
| Habitat | Tropical forests |
| Diet | Crickets, parasites, termites, and worms |
Borneo Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula
Image Source: happyforest.store, scontent.fccu4-2.fna.fbcdn.net, rttscience.com
Roy Williams on June 22, 2022.
Dr. Watuwa James
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