Augacephalus ezendami

[Kymura]

Seriously.considering one of these guys. But would like to hear from anyone who has or has had them? Think it's a good choice for my first (read only) baboon. Gorgeous spiders.
Give me input my fellow forum peeps. I trust you all far more then a generic care sheet.

 

[Chubbs]

Great intermediate species of tarantula. These are one of the few old worlds that are okay for more inexperienced keepers. Honestly, I wish more people would get these first, rather than going straight for the OBT or pokies. Being ow, they are still very fast-moving when they want to be, but fortunately, they are extremely mellow (with exception of slings perhaps) for a baboon. They're not a defensive species though. If you do manage to spook them, they'll just dart back down into their burrow. Another thing that makes them a great first OW is their venom is very mild (again compared to other OW). They are obligate burrowers, so give them lots of substrate in which to dig, and they will construct some very elaborate burrows with multiple entrances. They don't normally web extensively like some of the other African species. You can provide them with a cork flat to dig under, but they'll eventually burrow on their own after a while. Definitely a pet hole though, so hopefully you're okay with not seeing yours too often. They don't like moist substrate, so try to keep them dry. Just provide them with a water dish.

 

[Chubbs]

Here's a picture of my 2.5 inch female. They're a pretty slow-growing species though, so just keep that in mind, the gold color doesn't show up for a while. I've had mine for 2 years now since she was 3/4 of an inch, and she's barely grown much since.

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[Kymura]

@Chubbs
Well I'm semi used to them hiding. Rarely see my L.violaceopes, but, it's a treat when I do, spastic little monkey. My P.cam is out and about every day now though. Skittish but that's OK.
Jamies has them at an inch + for $35 w/ enclosure and $29 without. Not sure of average price for these guys. Just a beautiful spider.

 

[Phil]

Here's a picture of my 2.5 inch female. They're a pretty slow-growing species though, so just keep that in mind, the gold color doesn't show up for a while. I've had mine for 2 years now since she was 3/4 of an inch, and she's barely grown much since.

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And her abdomen looks so happy....ahhh, she is smiling at you @Chubbs ☺

 

[Thistles]

I loooove them! Get it get it get it!