Ephebopus murinus (Skeleton Leg) size:1" males 2–3 years

males 2–3 years

Tropical rainforest species

Enclosure: Terrestrial setup with lots of floor space

Known as one of the most distinctive Ceratogyrus species because of its tall

building silken retreats high above the ground

Ephebopus murinus (Skeleton Leg) size:1" males 2–3 yearsEphebopus murinus Skeleton Tarantula Origin: Northern South America (Brazil, French Guiana, Suriname). Size: Medium species, 45 inches (1013 cm) leg span. Lifespan: Females: up to 1215 year Males: about 34 years Lifestyle: Fossorial (burrowing) but also makes silken retreats above ground. Known for its unusual defensive strategy: using urticating hairs on the palps instead of the abdomen. Appearance: Dark brown body with a striking cream or white