Indian violet tarantula (Chilobrachys fimbriatus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Indian violet tarantula (Chilobrachys fimbriatus) (origin: India). Adult size around body 5–6 cm, leg span 12–14 cm. Life expectancy females 12–15 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Indian violet tarantula: How big does the enclosure need to be?
25×25×30 cm.
Indian violet tarantula: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 24–29 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 21–23 °C.
Indian violet tarantula: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Indian violet tarantula: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 12–15 years.
Indian violet tarantula: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 24–29 °C
- Night temperature
- 21–23 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 70–80 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 25×25×30 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus 12–18 cm, plenty of webbing
Feeding
- Food
- House crickets, roaches
- Feeding interval
- adults every 10–14 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 5–6 cm, leg span 12–14 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 12–15 years
- Origin
- India
- 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
It webs the whole terrarium up with tunnels. Very fast and defensive, without urticating hairs. Easy to care for by experienced keepers.
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What you need to start
To keep Indian violet tarantula (Chilobrachys fimbriatus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (25×25×30 cm), substrate (Coco humus 12–18 cm, plenty of webbing), 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://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilobrachys_fimbriatus, https://www.keepingexoticpets.com/chilobrachys-fimbriatus-indian-violet-tarantula/, https://www.tarantupedia.com/selenocosmiinae/chilobrachys/chilobrachys-fimbriatus
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).