Ephebopus uatuman(Emerald Skeleton Tarantula)Females

💚 Emerald Skeleton Tarantula – Ephebopus uatuman 💚

A rare and visually striking species, the Emerald Skeleton Tarantula is a fossorial New World tarantula prized for its emerald-green markings, yellow leg accents, and fascinating webbing behavior. Native to the Amazon region of Brazil near the Uatumã River, this species is ideal for keepers looking for something unique and behaviorally engaging.

✨ Appearance:

• Olive-green carapace with a green abdomen

• Dark legs accented with yellow striping

• Compact size with a maximum leg span of ~4 inches

🕷️ Behavior & Temperament:

• Fossorial and reclusive; spends much of its time underground

• Timid but defensive—may bolt if startled

• Known to freeze and tuck its legs when threatened

• Heavy webber, creating large silk tubes extending above the burrow entrance

• Best suited for intermediate to experienced keepers

🏡 Habitat & Care Requirements:

• Deep substrate (10–12 cm) required for burrowing

  • Ideal mix: coco fiber, topsoil, and vermiculite

• High humidity maintained through lightly moist substrate

• Excellent ventilation to prevent stagnation

• Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

• Water: Shallow water dish always available

🌎 Origin:

• Amazonian region of Brazil, near the Uatumã River