Panama redleg tarantula (Sericopelma rubronitens)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Panama redleg tarantula (Sericopelma rubronitens) (origin: Panama). Adult size around body 6–7 cm, leg span 15–17 cm. Life expectancy females 15–20 years, males 3–4 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Panama redleg tarantula: How big does the enclosure need to be?
From 30×30×25 cm.
Panama redleg tarantula: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 24–28 °C, at night 20–22 °C.
Panama redleg tarantula: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Panama redleg tarantula: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 15–20 years, males 3–4 years.
Panama redleg tarantula: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 24–28 °C
- Night temperature
- 20–22 °C
- Humidity
- 65–75 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- from 30×30×25 cm
- Substrate
- Deep humus for digging, a cork hide
Feeding
- Food
- Insects
- Feeding interval
- Adults 1×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 6–7 cm, leg span 15–17 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 15–20 years, males 3–4 years
- Origin
- Panama
- Protection status
- —
- Brumation
- No
- 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
A robust ground species with orange-red legs. Markedly faster and more nervous than the similarly coloured Brachypelma — the resemblance is deceptive.
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What you need to start
To keep Panama redleg tarantula (Sericopelma rubronitens) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (from 30×30×25 cm), substrate (Deep humus for digging, a cork hide), 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://arachnoboards.com/threads/sericopelma-rubronitens-advice.334421/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sericopelma
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).