Name: Burgundy Goliath Bird Eater – Theraphosa stirmi (Sling)
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Native to the rainforests of South America, Theraphosa stirmi inhabits burrows in the forest floor. These tarantulas are robust, terrestrial hunters with striking burgundy hues, especially vivid after molting. Despite their intimidating appearance, they are generally defensive rather than aggressive.
Behavior and Temperament: Nocturnal and terrestrial, they are opportunistic ambush predators. They exhibit defensive behavior, such as stridulation (hissing sounds) and releasing urticating hairs when threatened.
Habitat and Environment Needs: These tarantulas thrive in a humid, tropical environment. Enclosure substrate should allow for burrowing, and high humidity (70–80%) with temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F) are essential.
Feeding: A varied diet of crickets, roaches, mealworms, and occasional small vertebrates like pinky mice is suitable for adults. They eat less frequently after reaching maturity.
Additional Information: Females have a remarkably long lifespan of 20–25 years, while males live for 3–6 years. Regular maintenance of enclosure humidity and cleanliness is crucial to prevent health issues.

Burgundy Goliath Bird Eater	Theraphosa stirmi
Category:	New World
Type:	Terrestrial
Country of Origin:	South America (Venezuela, Brazil, Guyana)
Adult Leg Span:	25–30 cm
Growth speed:	Moderate to fast
Defense mechanism:	Urticating hairs, stridulation
Diet:	Crickets, roaches, mealworms, small vertebrates
Temperature:	24–28°C
Relative Humidity:	70–80%
Recommended Experience Level:	Advanced

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