Species Poecilotheria formosa (a.k.a. Poecilotheria nallamalaiensis)

[solaceofwinter]

going to ask a newb question here. what is the story on these? are they on the venomous side? everyone talks about them highly but they seem to be on the rare side? (dont know if that is the right word) maybe, high maintenance or something?

 

[Nick_schembri]

They are very fast, generally agressive (not this one), and one of the genera with the highest toxicity in the venom. This species isnt rare since it is bred in captivity quite often.

 

[Nate]

Just not a good beginner T. They require more up keep (IMO), very fast, adult growth of 6+” is good sized arboreal species. I couldn’t find anything on bite reports but I assume all Poecilotherias have strong venom.

Having something lose in the house that’s fast and could keep you from work for few days if bitten isn’t a way to start a collection IMO.

Regarding rarity, they may not be that rare in captivity but we are in bad terms with wild population. Problem is even if they are bred in captivity the dwindling natural habitats is the issue.

http://www.cites.org/eng/cop/11/prop/52.pdf

 

[CedrikG]

They are very fast, generally agressive (not this one), and one of the genera with the highest toxicity in the venom. This species isnt rare since it is bred in captivity quite often.

I would say they're a bit defensive, very nervous. They have a venom stronger then average

and fasciata imo is'nt docile


why ppl talk about them ? because they,re fascinating, in my personal opinion the most interesting of all arboreals genus/species. they got very nice coloration/marking, they're fast, they got their attitude (yes defensive, but I would say mostly nervous from the specimen I own actually) ... they're quite a lot visible, mine is visible most of the time ... they feed well ... theres lots more to say about this aweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesome genus ,

heres one of the reason why I love 'em, the nice coloration of the ventral view, especially the bright yellow at the leg 1-2 that she can proudly show in a display pose. wich CAN be a warning to other animals "I am venomous, go away" ?

but they can be quite invisible as well!

 

[Nick_schembri]

I would say they're a bit defensive, very nervous. They have a venom stronger then average

and fasciata imo is'nt the most docile of Poecilotheria genus


why ppl talk about them ? because they,re fascinating, in my personal opinion the most interesting of all arboreals genus/species. they got very nice coloration/marking, they're fast, they got their attitude (yes defensive, but I would say mostly nervous from the specimen I own actually) ... they're quite a lot visible, mine is visible most of the time ... they feed well ... theres lots more to say about this aweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesome genus

Well said.....I wasn't very keen on this genus but when I had a good look at the Genus Poecilotheria post on this forum I realised that they are amazing....and well now I have my first pokie

 

[GootySapphire]

Hey that's a nice looking T. Pokies are number one on my T list of favorites. Right now I have a P. Fasciata about 1.5 inch. and a P. Metallica about 1" or less, she's due for a molt soon, so hopefully her colors will show nicely with the molt. Do you have plans to get any other pokies?

 

[Crimsonpanther]

Beautiful T !! :drool:
im still waiting on my fist pokie !

 

[Nick_schembri]

Do you have plans to get any other pokies?

If I get the chance? Definatley! Great looks, good apetite, visibility, activity, cool walking /climbing style.....

 

[MindUtopia]

Great pics!

 

[becca81]

Although I no longer keep any Poecilotheria spp., from my understanding and (small) experience, they are much more nervous/fast than they are defensive.

 

[CedrikG]

Although I no longer keep any Poecilotheria spp., from my understanding and (small) experience, they are much more nervous/fast than they are defensive.

finally someone dont say they're AGRESSIVE like hell

the word agressive should be banned from this forum. DEFENSIVE is the proper word. We're not dealing with lions here

 

[rosehaired1979]

Well here is Roys P.formosa. It moulted a few days ago and I thought I might try to get some shots out of it. I was kinda nervous since I have never taken Poec. pics by myself This one is unsexed but I am thinking female because its maybe 3.5" and we have had it for over 2 yrs.

Here "she" is

 

[aaronrefalo]

congratulation for the good moult!....i love pokies

Aaron

 

[ChrisNCT]

That is a very nice T and I do hope that it is a female for you and Roys mental security. LOL ;P

 

[rosehaired1979]

LOL Chris Mostly for Roy since he has mostly males

 

[CedrikG]

woww on the pic it looks soo white its crazy

 

[Mattyb]

woww on the pic it looks soo white its crazy

Yes, that white is awesome. Nice pics.


-Matty

 

[Mike H.]

Here are a few shots of the new formosa I got today, and a shot of my female N.chromatus...

Regards, Mike

 

[Fierce Deity]

Really nice Mike (or Allen, I'm pretty confused about that). Gorgeous pokie, pics and enclosures, as always. Absolutely stunning.
T.W.

 

[Mike H.]

Really nice Mike (or Allen, I'm pretty confused about that). Gorgeous pokie, pics and enclosures, as always. Absolutely stunning.

LOL...my real name is Allen, Mike H. is just an old nic name that sorta stuck..glad you like the pics...

Regards, Mike