Colombian purple bloom birdeater (Xenesthis immanis)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Colombian purple bloom birdeater (Xenesthis immanis) (origin: Colombia, Venezuela – rainforest). Adult size around body 8–9 cm, leg span 18–22 cm. Life expectancy females 15–20 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Colombian purple bloom birdeater: How big does the enclosure need to be?
40×30×30 cm.
Colombian purple bloom birdeater: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 24–29 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 21–24 °C.
Colombian purple bloom birdeater: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Colombian purple bloom birdeater: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 15–20 years.
Colombian purple bloom birdeater: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 24–29 °C
- Night temperature
- 21–24 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 75–85 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 40×30×30 cm
- Substrate
- Damp coco humus 12–18 cm, large cork bark
Feeding
- Food
- House crickets, roaches, large insects
- Feeding interval
- adults every 10–14 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 8–9 cm, leg span 18–22 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 15–20 years
- Origin
- Colombia, Venezuela – rainforest
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES
- 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 large ground spider with a violet sheen on the carapace and pink hair. It needs permanently damp substrate. Very strong urticating hairs – gloves and eye protection when rearranging the enclosure.
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Colombian purple bloom birdeater (Xenesthis immanis) currently offered
- Xenesthis Immanis .01 – Bielefeld · 85 €
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What you need to start
To keep Colombian purple bloom birdeater (Xenesthis immanis) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (40×30×30 cm), substrate (Damp coco humus 12–18 cm, large cork bark), 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: 25 September 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://beyondthetreat.com/xenesthis-immanis/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xenesthis_immanis
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).