Venezuelan Sun Tiger (Psalmopoeus irminia) Care Sheet
The Venezuelan Sun Tiger, Latin name Psalmopoeus irminia, is a truly stunning spider. A mid-sized species, typically reaching around 5-6″ in legspan, it has bright red “tiger” stripes across the abdomen and also the tips of the legs, all contrasted against a glossy black background. Little wonder, then, that these tarantulas have become so popular …