Xenesthis sp. “Megascopula” 1.5” Hoodies These spiders are known from

These spiders are known from the Marcapata Valley Vilcanota mountain chain of souther Peru

The “OBT” originally stood for “orange baboon tarantula”

Described by Norwegian entomologist Embrik Strand in 1909

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Xenesthis sp. “Megascopula” 1.5” Hoodies These spiders are known fromsize 1. 5 Xenesthis are some of the coolest tarantulas on earth. They get big, grow fast, eat everything and are a beautiful velvety black color as adults with a purple carapace. Mature males turn a brilliant purple color when they mature as well, similar to Pamphobeteus. Reaching an 8 inch leg span or more, these terrestrial Colombian giant's will quickly become your prized spider. This is still an undescibed species, however it is known for its