Guatemalan Tiger Rump Tarantula
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Guatemalan Tiger Rump Tarantula

Guatemalan Tiger Rump Tarantula

Price:
£26.00
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Description

Guatemalan Tiger Rump Tarantula (Davus pentaloris)

The Guatemalan Tiger Rump Tarantula is a beautifully patterned and highly active New World species, well-known for its striking black body with bold orange “tiger stripe” markings on the abdomen. Compact, hardy, and fascinating to watch, this species is a popular choice for both beginners and experienced keepers alike.

Habitat

Native to the dry forests and scrublands of Guatemala, Davus pentaloris thrives in a warm, slightly humid terrestrial setup with opportunities to burrow and web.

  • Enclosure: Terrestrial with good floor space
  • Substrate: 5–10cm of coco fibre or soil mix
  • Temperature: 24–28°C
  • Humidity: Moderate (60–70%), allow slight drying between misting
  • Decor: Cork bark, hides, and anchor points for webbing

Feeding

An active and reliable feeder, this species eagerly hunts down live prey and is great to observe during feeding.

  • Diet: Crickets, roaches, small locusts, and other insects
  • Feeding frequency:
    • Spiderlings/Juveniles: 2–3 times per week
    • Adults: 1–2 times per week
  • Remove uneaten prey to maintain enclosure hygiene

General Care

Hardy and relatively easy to care for, Davus pentaloris is an excellent introduction to tarantula keeping.

  • Temperament: Generally calm but can be skittish and may flick urticating hairs
  • Handling: Not recommended, but less defensive than many species
  • Lifespan:
    • Females: 10–12 years
    • Males: 3–4 years
  • Maintenance: Keep substrate slightly moist but never waterlogged

Why Choose a Guatemalan Tiger Rump?

  • Bold, eye-catching tiger stripe pattern
  • Hardy and beginner-friendly
  • Active and visible species
  • Great for naturalistic or bioactive setups

A fantastic starter tarantula with plenty of personality and visual appeal, the Guatemalan Tiger Rump makes a brilliant addition to any invertebrate collection.



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Local Delivery

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  • Minimum spend: £50

  • Delivery from £15 - £30

  • Range 0-25 miles from store

Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.

Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.

Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival. 

Dry Goods Delivery

  • DX Express: 1 working day, same-day dispatch before noon 0-75kg

  • Express Pallet: 1–3 working days 75-500kg

If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.

Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.

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Livestock Delivery


Thursday Delivery – £24

  • Dispatched Wednesday afternoon

  • Delivered Thursday before 1pm

  • Order by Wednesday 12 noon

  • Minimum spend: £50

Friday Delivery – £24

  • Dispatched Thursday afternoon

  • Delivered Friday before 1pm

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  • Minimum spend: £50

Saturday Delivery – £29

  • Dispatched Friday afternoon

  • Delivered Saturday before 1pm

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  • Minimum spend: £50

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🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!

You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
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Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:

Scotland & Isles:
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