This is a specific care sheet for Chaco Golden Knees (Grammostola aureostriata), for more in this genus see Category:Grammostola.
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The Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula (Grammostola pulchripes, formerly Grammostola aureostriata), is named after its attractive golden bands on and around its legs. These tarantulas will burrow deep when young but seem to prefer terraforming when older. A good display tarantula and perfect for any beginner. See Grammostola pulchripes for more information about this species.
| Tarantula Information (for a more detailed Tarantula care review see Tarantula Care Sheets | |
| Regions Found: | Tropical South America |
| Class: | Terrestrial |
| Longevity: | 10-12 years |
| Adult Size: | 20-22cm |
| Temperament: | Very Docile |
| Urticating Hairs: | Yes |
| Venom Potency: | Unknown |
| Grammostola aureostriata Housing Requirements | |
| Tarantula Housing: | Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required. |
| Temperature: | Between 22-30°C |
| Humidity: | About 75% |
| Special Requirements: | No special requirements. |
| Breeding Grammostola aureostriata Tarantulas | |
| Breeding Difficulty: | Unknown |
| Egg sac size: | 600-800 |
| Danger to Male: | Probable sexual cannibalism |
| Grammostola aureostriata Diet | |
| Livefood insects such as crickets, locust, butter worms, meal worms, superworms, housefliesand cockroaches. | |
| Recommended Pet Supplies for Grammostola aureostriata | |
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