Antikuna

Antikuna sapallanga

Antikuna sapallanga

Description:
The Antikuna sapallanga is known for its dark brown coloration and moderate size. It inhabits the mountainous areas of Peru, where temperatures vary greatly between day and night.

🕷️ Scientific NameAntiques alone
🌍 OriginPeru
📏 Size12 – 15 cm
🎨 ColorDark brown

🍽️ Diet:
It feeds on large insects such as crickets and cockroaches. In its natural habitat, it also hunts small rodents and other vertebrates if it has the opportunity.

🛡️ Behavior:
Generally defensive, but not extremely aggressive. It usually takes refuge in crevices or burrows when disturbed.

🔍 Particularities:
Its ability to adapt to cold temperatures makes it an interesting species to study physiological adaptations in tarantulas.

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