Lasiodora benedeni (formerly listed as Lasiodora difficilis) is a New World tarantula recorded from Brazil. It is a terrestrial species that should be housed in a secure enclosure with suitable substrate, shelter and good ventilation.
Behavior and Temperament: This tarantula may display defensive behavior when disturbed. New World tarantulas can useurticating hairs as a defence. Avoid handling and take care during enclosure maintenance.Habitat and Environment Needs: Provide a terrestrial enclosure with a secure hide, suitable substrate for sheltering or burrowing, good ventilation and a shallow water dish. Avoid waterlogged substrate and excessive moisture.
Feeding: Feed appropriately sized live insects, including crickets and roaches. Adjust feeding frequency according to the tarantula’s size and body condition. Remove uneaten prey, particularly before moulting.
Additional Information: The World Spider Catalog treats Lasiodora difficilis as a synonym of Lasiodora benedeni. Brazil is the recorded distribution. Reliable species specific measurements for adult leg span, growth rate and captive humidity are not confirmed here, so these values should not be presented as definitive.
| Brazilian red birdeater |
Lasiodora difficilis |
| Category : |
New World |
| Type : |
Terrestrial |
| Country of Origin : |
Brazil |
| Adult Leg Span : |
Not reliably confirmed |
| Growth speed : |
Not reliably established |
| Defense mechanism : |
Urticating hairs and defensive behaviour |
| Diet : |
Insects, crickets, roaches |
| Temperature : |
22–26°C (provisional care range) |
| Relative Humidity : |
Species-specific percentage not confirmed; provide appropriate substrate moisture and good ventilation |
| Recommended Experience Level : |
Intermediate |
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