Xenesthis immanis 1.5” Seasonal Decorations Described by Ludwig Carl Christian

Described by Ludwig Carl Christian Koch in 1875

They are incredibly fun to keep and maintain

Its small size (3" x 2" x 2") provides a snug and comfortable habitat

This spider was first described in Reginald Innes Pocock in 1899 and not seen again for 101 years until it was rediscovered by Drs

Xenesthis immanis 1.5” Seasonal Decorations Described by Ludwig Carl Christiansize 1. 5 The Colombian Lesser Black tarantula is one of my favorites along with the rest of the genus. These spiders have it all. Stunningly beautiful, they grow fast, they have a huge feeding response and they often stay out in the open, making them a great display tarantula. Originally described in 1875 as Lasiodora immanis by Austrian naturalist Anton Ausserer. Later in 1901 it was transferred to the new genus Xenesthis that would be established