Chilean dwarf tarantula (Euathlus truculentus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Chilean dwarf tarantula (Euathlus truculentus) (origin: Chile). Adult size around body 3–4 cm, leg span 8–10 cm. Life expectancy females 12–15 years, males 3–4 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Chilean dwarf tarantula: How big does the enclosure need to be?
From 25×25×20 cm.
Chilean dwarf tarantula: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 20–24 °C, at night 16–19 °C.
Chilean dwarf tarantula: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Chilean dwarf tarantula: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 12–15 years, males 3–4 years.
Chilean dwarf tarantula: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 20–24 °C
- Night temperature
- 16–19 °C
- Humidity
- 60–70 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- from 25×25×20 cm
- Substrate
- Humus, a cork hide, a shallow water dish
Feeding
- Food
- Insects
- Feeding interval
- Adults 1×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 3–4 cm, leg span 8–10 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 12–15 years, males 3–4 years
- Origin
- Chile
- Protection status
- —
- Brumation
- No — but a cooler spell in winter does them good
- Cohabitation
- Keep them singly — tarantulas are cannibals. The reason is not fighting but feeding: these animals take anything that fits in the mouth, and a second animal in the enclosure counts.
Notes
Small, decidedly calm and to be kept cool — one of the most good-natured species there is. Room temperature is enough, and usually no heating is needed at all.
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What you need to start
To keep Chilean dwarf tarantula (Euathlus truculentus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (from 25×25×20 cm), substrate (Humus, a cork hide, a shallow water dish), 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: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://arachnoboards.com/threads/care-for-a-euathlus-sp-tigre-costera-chilean-emerald-flame.364360/, https://thetarantulavault.com/chilean-flame-tarantula-care/, https://tomsbigspiders.com/2014/04/16/euathlus-sp-red/
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).