Brazilian dwarf pinktoe (Ybyrapora diversipes)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Brazilian dwarf pinktoe (Ybyrapora diversipes) (origin: Eastern Brazil – Atlantic rainforest). Adult size around body 3–4 cm, leg span 8–11 cm. Life expectancy females 10–12 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Brazilian dwarf pinktoe: How big does the enclosure need to be?
20×20×30 cm.
Brazilian dwarf pinktoe: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 23–28 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 20–23 °C.
Brazilian dwarf pinktoe: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Brazilian dwarf pinktoe: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 10–12 years.
Brazilian dwarf pinktoe: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 23–28 °C
- Night temperature
- 20–23 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 70–85 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 20×20×30 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus, a cork tube, dense planting, good ventilation
Feeding
- Food
- Small house crickets, flies
- Feeding interval
- adults every 7–10 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 3–4 cm, leg span 8–11 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 10–12 years
- Origin
- Eastern Brazil – Atlantic rainforest
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES; a Brazilian export ban – only European captive-bred animals
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Keep them strictly singly. Solitary and cannibalistic: two animals in one enclosure regularly end up as one. That applies to animals of the same size too, and even when both are well fed. For breeding, introduce the male under observation and separate them again immediately.
Notes
A small arboreal tarantula from the Avicularia group with green-and-orange colouring. Like all Aviculariinae it needs very good cross-ventilation – waterlogging quickly leads to losses.
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What you need to start
To keep Brazilian dwarf pinktoe (Ybyrapora diversipes) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (20×20×30 cm), substrate (Coco humus, a cork tube, dense planting, good ventilation), a heat source with a thermostat, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 30 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://thepetfaq.com/amazon-sapphire-tarantula/, https://www.thetarantulacollective.com/care-sheets-2/ybyrapora-diversipes
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).