Lasiodora parahybana - Salmon Pink Bird Eater Tarantula (Sling)

Salmon Pink Birdeater Tarantula (Lasiodora parahybana)

If you're searching for a true giant tarantula that delivers jaw-dropping size without fussy care, the Salmon Pink Birdeater is hard to beat. Lasiodora parahybana is one of the largest tarantulas in the world, prized by collectors for its rapid growth, impressive presence, and surprisingly manageable temperament for such a massive spider.

This Brazilian powerhouse matures into a bold, ground-dwelling display species with soft salmon-pink hairs dusting its legs and abdomen. After each moult, those rosy tones intensify—turning an already huge tarantula into a show-stopping centrepiece. Thanks to its hardy nature and forgiving care requirements, this species is often recommended as a "first giant tarantula" for keepers ready to size up.

Highly food-motivated and frequently visible, the Salmon Pink Birdeater offers constant action—from explosive feeding responses to relaxed, open-floor lounging. While generally calm, it's best appreciated as a hands-off display species, where its sheer scale and gentle confidence truly shine.

Why keepers love Lasiodora parahybana
• One of the largest tarantulas available in the hobby
• Fast growth rate—rewarding from sling to adult
• Hardy, adaptable, and beginner-friendly for a giant species
• Striking salmon-pink colouration after moults
• Excellent terrestrial display tarantula

Whether you're upgrading from medium species or adding a legendary giant to your collection, the Salmon Pink Birdeater tarantula delivers size, presence, and reliability in one unforgettable package.

Difficulty Level
Beginner-friendly for a giant species

Adult Size
Huge — up to 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) leg span

Enclosure Type
Terrestrial
Provide a spacious enclosure with plenty of floor space

Substrate
4–6 inches of coco fibre or soil mix
Keep slightly moist, never waterlogged

Temperature
22–27°C (72–80°F)

Humidity
65–75%
Good ventilation is important to prevent stale air

Decor & Setup
• Large cork bark hide or slab
• Leaf litter for comfort
• Wide, shallow water dish (they drink often)
• Open layout — not a heavy burrower

Feeding
• Crickets, roaches, locusts, superworms
• Slings: 2–3× per week
• Juveniles: Weekly
• Adults: Every 10–14 days
Powerful feeding response

Temperament & Handling
Generally calm but skittish
May kick urticating hairs when disturbed
Not a handling species

Lifespan
Females: 15–20+ years
Males: 4–6 years

Keeper Notes
• Fast-growing and very hardy
• Requires a sturdy enclosure due to size and strength
• Excellent choice as a first giant tarantula
• Always use caution during maintenance due to hair-flicking

Add this iconic giant to your collection today and experience the thrill of keeping a true birdeater.

Photo credit: Micha L. Rieser, Attribution, via Wikimedia Commons