The purple earth tiger tarantula is a spider endemic to parts of Southeast Asia. Its name “hati hati” roughly translates to “be careful”, “caution”, or “warning”.
Size: 13 to 15cm
Color: This spider has striking purple femurs and abdomen, while its carapace is light brown.
Other Characteristic Features: They will put on an aggressive display by baring their fangs and raising their forelimbs if disturbed.
Cyriopagopus sp hati hati
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.
A bite from these spiders can be painful, and one should seek immediate medical attention if bitten.
| 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 spider endemic to parts of Southeast Asia. Its name “hati hati” roughly translates to “be careful”, “caution”, or “warning”.
Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula
Size: 13 to 15cm
Color: This spider has striking purple femurs and abdomen, while its carapace is light brown.
Other Characteristic Features: They will put on an aggressive display by baring their fangs and raising their forelimbs if disturbed.
Cyriopagopus sp hati hati
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.
A bite from these spiders can be painful, and one should seek immediate medical attention if bitten.
| 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
