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Fire dwarf tarantula (Homoeomma sp. Fire)

Fire dwarf tarantula (Homoeomma sp. Fire) in a terrarium

Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner

Key facts and care guidance for Fire dwarf tarantula (Homoeomma sp. Fire) (origin: Chile (and adjoining Argentina)). Adult size around 7–8 cm leg span (body ~3–3.5 cm); a dwarf species. Life expectancy females 15–20+ years, males 4–6 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.

Short answers

Fire dwarf tarantula: How big does the enclosure need to be?

20×20×20 cm (a dwarf species, floor area over height).

Fire dwarf tarantula: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 20–24 °C, basking spot — (no basking spot; even room warmth), at night 16–20 °C.

Fire dwarf tarantula: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: No UVB needed (crepuscular/nocturnal).

Fire dwarf tarantula: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: females 15–20+ years, males 4–6 years.

Fire dwarf tarantula: Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).

Climate

Daytime temperature
20–24 °C
Night temperature
16–20 °C
Basking spot
— (no basking spot; even room warmth)
Humidity
55–65 %
UVB
No UVB needed (crepuscular/nocturnal)

Enclosure

Minimum size
20×20×20 cm (a dwarf species, floor area over height)
Substrate
Coco humus or peat, 5–8 cm; mostly dry, and a water bowl is essential

Feeding

Food
Small insects: small house crickets, roaches, fruit flies for juveniles. No vertebrates are needed
Feeding interval
adults every 1–2 weeks, juveniles 1–2×/week (a slow feeder and slow grower)

Key facts

Adult size
7–8 cm leg span (body ~3–3.5 cm); a dwarf species
Life expectancy
females 15–20+ years, males 4–6 years
Origin
Chile (and adjoining Argentina)
Protection status
Not protected (no CITES, no German Federal Nature Conservation Act listing); no registration duty
Brumation
Not essential; a cooler overwintering (15–18 °C) is close to nature and can encourage breeding
Cohabitation
Keep them singly. Despite its calm nature it is cannibalistic; no groups or pairs, only briefly for breeding

Notes

A very calm, curious, cold-tolerant dwarf species (formerly Euathlus sp. "Red"); ideal for beginners. Note: "sp. Fire" is a still undescribed, provisional designation – the taxonomy is uncertain, and some husbandry data are derived from Euathlus and Homoeomma relatives. Very slow growth; keep it mainly dry.

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What you need to start

To keep Fire dwarf tarantula (Homoeomma sp. Fire) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (20×20×20 cm (a dwarf species, floor area over height)), substrate (Coco humus or peat, 5–8 cm; mostly dry, and a water bowl is essential), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, 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://davethebugguy.org/2016/02/11/is-the-dwarf-chilean-flame-euathlus-sp-red-too-hot-to-handle/, https://tomsbigspiders.com/2014/04/16/euathlus-sp-red/, https://tomsbigspiders.com/2018/10/21/euathulus-sp-red-or-fire-is-now-homeoemma-chilensis/

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).