Ceratogyrus Specie Caresheets

This species are under the Old world tarantula category having a nasty attitude and bite as their main form of defense. A native of Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. This species are not suitable for beginners due to their lightning speed and being aggressive. They have horns which is very different to other tarantulas. Colors include various shades of black, grey, brown, and yellow. These spiders have thick black scapulae pads at the end of their legs, which are said to resemble the feet of baboons.

Ceratogyrus darlingi Caresheet

A large fawny-brown spider of Mozambique and Zimbabwe. Very seldom to see this tarantula roaming around the enclosure. It use to stay on its burrow and will only come out when its feeding time. If not allowed to burrow, it will cover the inner enclosure with web.

Common name: East African horned baboon 

Class: Old World Burrowing Terrestrial

Temp/humidity: Temperature range from 75-78 farenheit.

Housing: Rule: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.

Substrate: Use eight inches of semi dry substrate for adult because it is an obligate burrower.  3 inches of substrate in vials or delicups for spiderlings. On my enclosure I use a mix of coconut fiber/coco peat, vermaculate and peat moss.

Feeding: for spider slings, feed them with pinhead crickets or roach nymphs smaller that their size 2 times a week.. Fruit flies is also good if available. For adults, feed them 5 adult crickets or 3 pieces of 1 inch size B.lateralis or dubia roaches weekly.

Water requirements: An open water dish is a must, as is regular mistings to keep that humidity level high. For spider slings, misting the enclosure 2 times a week is enough.

Growth: a fast growing tarantula

Size: up to 5 inches

Temperament: Generally considered very aggressive.

  

Ceratogyrus marshalli Caresheet

Another very aggressive old world tarantula of Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. Same attitude as the C.darlingi and a burrower. Use to stay on its burrow until its feeding time. Not good for beginners due to its aggressive behavior.

Common name: straight horned 

Class: Old World Burrowing Terrestrial

Temp/humidity:  78° to 82°F and 65% humidity

Housing: Rule: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.

Substrate: Use eight inches of semi dry substrate for adult because it is an obligate burrower.  3 inches of substrate in vials or delicups for spiderlings. On my enclosure I use a mix of coconut fiber/coco peat, vermaculate and peat moss.

Feeding: for spider slings, feed them with pinhead crickets or roach nymphs smaller that their size 2 times a week.. Fruit flies is also good if available. For adults, feed them 5 adult crickets or 3 pieces of 1 inch size B.lateralis or dubia roaches weekly.

Water requirements: An open water dish is a must, as is regular mistings to keep that humidity level high. For spider slings, misting the enclosure 2 times a week is enough.

Growth: A fast grower.

Size: up to 5 inches

Temperament: Generally considered very aggressive. Not best for handling.

Ceratogyrus sanderi Caresheet

This is a large size tarantula with an aggressive behavior found in Africa. Due to its aggressive attitude it is not considered good for beginners.

Common name: Sandy-Horned Baboon 

Class: Old World Burrowing Terrestrial

Temp/humidity: 75 to 80°F, Low 60 to 70%

Housing: Rule: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.

Substrate: Use eight inches of semi dry substrate for adult because it is an obligate burrower.  3 inches of substrate in vials or delicups for spiderlings. On my enclosure I use a mix of coconut fiber/coco peat, vermaculate and peat moss.

Feeding: for spider slings, feed them with pinhead crickets or roach nymphs smaller that their size 2 times a week.. Fruit flies is also good if available. For adults, feed them 5 adult crickets or 3 pieces of 1 inch size B.lateralis or dubia roaches weekly.

Water requirements: An open water dish is a must, as is regular mistings to keep that humidity level high. For spider slings, misting the enclosure 2 times a week is enough.

Growth: A fast grower

Size: it can measure up to 14cm to 16cm

Temperament: Very aggressive specie and not appropriate for beginners.

Ceratogyrus bechuanicus Caresheet

A native of Botswana Africa. These little creatures are very aggressive and not likely considered for beginners. A  webber tarantula.

Common name: curved horn / burst horned baboon

Class: Old World Burrowing Terrestrial

Temp/humidity:  75 to 80 F and humidity is 65% to 70%

Housing: Rule: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.

Substrate: Use eight inches of semi dry substrate for adult because it is an obligate burrower.  3 inches of substrate in vials or delicups for spiderlings. On my enclosure I use a mix of coconut fiber/coco peat, vermiculite and peat moss.

Feeding: for spider slings, feed them with pinhead crickets or roach nymphs smaller that their size 2 times a week.. Fruit flies is also good if available. For adults, feed them 5 adult crickets or 3 pieces of 1 inch size B.lateralis or dubia roaches weekly.

Water requirements: An open water dish is a must, as is regular mistings to keep that humidity level high. For spider slings, misting the enclosure 2 times a week is enough.

Growth: a fast growing tarantula

Size: up to 5 inches

Temperament: another aggressive type of tarantula

Ceratogyrus brachycephalus Caresheet

It has a unique forward-facing "horn" that arises from the center of the carapace. It has a lightning speed and aggressive behavior  and good for experts only.

Common name: greater homed 

Class: Old World Burrowing Terrestrial

Temp/humidity: Keep the temperature around 75-80 degrees F if possible. Low 60 to 70%

Housing: Rule: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.

Substrate: Use eight inches of semi dry substrate for adult because it is an obligate burrower.  3 inches of substrate in vials or delicups for spiderlings. On my enclosure I use a mix of coconut fiber/coco peat, vermiculite and peat moss.

Feeding: for spider slings, feed them with pinhead crickets or roach nymphs smaller that their size 2 times a week.. Fruit flies is also good if available. For adults, feed them 5 adult crickets or 3 pieces of 1 inch size B.lateralis or dubia roaches weekly.

Water requirements: An open water dish is a must, as is regular mistings to keep that humidity level high. For spider slings, misting the enclosure 2 times a week is enough.

Growth: a fast growing tarantula

Size: Up to 5 inches

Temperament: extremely fast and aggressive