Singapore blue tarantula (Omothymus violaceopes)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Expert
Key facts and care guidance for Singapore blue tarantula (Omothymus violaceopes) (origin: Singapore, Malaysia). Adult size around body 7–8 cm, leg span 20–25 cm. Life expectancy females 12–15 years, males 4–5 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Singapore blue tarantula: How big does the enclosure need to be?
45×45×60 cm for a single animal; for this arboreal species, height is the most important dimension.
Singapore blue tarantula: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 25–29 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 21–24 °C.
Singapore blue tarantula: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Singapore blue tarantula: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: females 12–15 years, males 4–5 years.
Singapore blue tarantula: Is it suitable for beginners?
No – better suited to experienced keepers (difficulty: Expert).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 25–29 °C
- Night temperature
- 21–24 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 70–85 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 45×45×60 cm for a single animal; for this arboreal species, height is the most important dimension
- Substrate
- Coco fibre or a soil mix, 8–13 cm deep, plus a tall cork tube as the main hide and climbing structure; keep it moist but well ventilated
Feeding
- Food
- House crickets, roaches
- Feeding interval
- adults every 10–14 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- body 7–8 cm, leg span 20–25 cm
- Life expectancy
- females 12–15 years, males 4–5 years
- Origin
- Singapore, Malaysia
- 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, arboreal species with a blue-violet sheen. Very fast and nervous; the bite is medically significant. Height rather than floor area.
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What you need to start
To keep Singapore blue tarantula (Omothymus violaceopes) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (45×45×60 cm for a single animal; for this arboreal species, height is the most important dimension), substrate (Coco fibre or a soil mix, 8–13 cm deep, plus a tall cork tube as the main hide and climbing structure; keep it moist but well ventilated), 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: 2 November 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: beyondthetreat.com, eu_annex.txt (lokal), fearnottarantulas.com, thetarantulacollective.com, wsc.nmbe.ch (World Spider Catalog)
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).