Antikuna cyanofemur
Antikuna cyanofemur
Description:
The Antikuna cyanofemur is easily recognizable by its metallic blue legs that contrast with its dark brown body. Native to the Peruvian Andes, this species lives at altitudes where temperatures can drop considerably at night.
| 🕷️ Scientific Name | Ancient cyanofemur |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Origin | Peru |
| 📏 Size | 10 – 12 cm |
| 🎨 Color | Brown with blueish legs |
🍽️ Diet:
Its diet consists of a variety of insects, such as crickets and beetles, and it occasionally feeds on small vertebrates. It tends to hunt most actively at dawn and dusk.
🛡️ Behavior:
It has moderate defensive behavior. It can launch urticating hairs and perform intimidating displays by raising its front legs when it feels threatened. However, it is not a tarantula that bites unless extremely provoked.
🔍 Features:
It is highly sought after by collectors due to its impressive metallic blue legs. This vibrant coloration makes it unique among high altitude tarantula species.
