Oct 16, 2025
Tarantula of the Day!
The
Antilles Pinktoe Tarantula
Common Name: Antilles pinktoe/Martinque pinktoe/Martinque Red Tree tarantula
Latin Name: Caribena versicolor
Native Region(s): The Caribbean; specifically Martinque in the lesser Antilles area.
Type: Arboreal (Tree)
Size: Up to 6 inches diagonal leg span (15 cm).
Growth Rate: Fast
Life Expectancy: Females ~ 12 years; Males ~ 3-4 years
Owner Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Info found: The Tarantula Collective
Photo from: Urban Tarantulas (website linked via photo)