Was given to me as a theraphosa, but it’s been brought to my attention that it may not be, can someone either confirm or help me identify what it could be?
Of the Theraphosa, it looks closest to T. apophysis, but I agree that it looks more like an Acanthoscurria species - maybe A. simoensi? Compare (don't focus too much on the coloration, that will vary with lighting, but markings on the legs and shape):
Of the Theraphosa, it looks closest to T. apophysis, but I agree that it looks more like an Acanthoscurria species - maybe A. simoensi? Compare (don't focus too much on the coloration, that will vary with lighting, but markings on the legs and shape):
It doesn’t appear to have bands, but I’m also not great at identifying tarantula taxonomy yet, I’m fairly new. Several other people think it’s also an acanthoscurria species so I’m assuming you’re right. If it’s acanthoscurria or theraphosa I’m happy. Thanks for the help!
It doesn’t appear to have bands, but I’m also not great at identifying tarantula taxonomy yet, I’m fairly new. Several other people think it’s also an acanthoscurria species so I’m assuming you’re right. If it’s acanthoscurria or theraphosa I’m happy. Thanks for the help!
The trochanter is the segment where the leg meets the prosthoma (torso). The bands might be there and just aren't very evident because the colors are muted. Anyways, you've got a good ID now.
I'm guessing this is an eating machine, so I'd feed it often until it puts on some weight.
The trochanter is the segment where the leg meets the prosthoma (torso). The bands might be there and just aren't very evident because the colors are muted. Anyways, you've got a good ID now.
I'm guessing this is an eating machine, so I'd feed it often until it puts on some weight.
Of the Theraphosa, it looks closest to T. apophysis, but I agree that it looks more like an Acanthoscurria species - maybe A. simoensi? Compare (don't focus too much on the coloration, that will vary with lighting, but markings on the legs and shape):
100% not a Theraphosa and looking at size of chelicerae amd overall appearance, Acanthoscurria sp is a distinct possibility. Looks similar to my Acanthoscurria cordubensis (Rusty Brown Bird Eater) with those paler leg markings.
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