Psalmopoeus cambridgei/Trinidad chevron spiderling

Psalmopoeus cambridgei, known as the Trinidad Chevron Tarantula, is a fast, arboreal species native to Trinidad and Tobago, prized for its striking chevron markings and vibrant leg coloration.
This New World tarantula is ideal for intermediate to advanced keepers due to its speed and defensiveness, but it’s also admired for its beauty and bold behavior.
🌿 Key Features
Appearance: Females display greenish-grey bodies with orange or red flashes on the legs and dark chevron-shaped markings on the abdomen. Males are more uniformly brown or grey.
Size: Adults reach a leg span of 5–6 inches (12–15 cm).
Temperament: Fast and defensive; not recommended for handling. Will bite if provoked.
Venom: Potent but not medically significant for most people.
Habitat: Arboreal—lives in tree hollows and dense foliage. Builds extensive web tunnels.
🏡 Care & Enclosure
Enclosure Type: Vertical setup with cork bark, branches, and foliage for climbing and webbing.
Temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F).
Humidity: 70–80%; misting and good ventilation are essential.
Substrate: Moist coconut fiber or peat moss; not a burrower but benefits from humidity retention.
🧠 Behavior & Ecology
Native to the tropical rainforests of Trinidad, this species is active and visible, often seen waiting near its web tunnel entrance.
Known for lightning-fast movements and aggressive feeding responses.
Females can live up to 15 years, while males typically live 3–4 years.