Omothymus sp 'Sumatran Tiger'
Omothymus sp. 'Sumatran Tiger', commonly known as the Sumatran Tiger Tarantula, is a large, fast-moving arboreal species native to the tropical rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia. This striking tarantula is a recent addition to the hobby and remains undescribed in scientific literature, though it clearly belongs to the Omothymus genus—a group known for its sleek body forms, explosive speed, and vibrant coloration.
True to its name, the Sumatran Tiger exhibits bold striping on its legs, often with tiger-like banding in golden yellow or pale tan set against a dark, velvety black background. The carapace often carries an iridescent green or bronze sheen, and the overall body is slender and agile—typical of Omothymus and closely related arboreal genera such as Phormingochilus and Lampropelma.
This species is strictly arboreal, preferring vertical enclosures with plenty of climbing surfaces, such as cork bark tubes, driftwood, and natural foliage. It creates dense silk retreats high in the enclosure, and although reclusive by day, it becomes active at night, often seen patrolling or webbing across vertical surfaces. Like all Old World arboreals, O. sp. 'Sumatran Tiger' lacks urticating hairs and instead relies on extreme speed and potent venom for defense. It is highly alert and reactive, making it unsuitable for handling and best kept by advanced hobbyists.
Omothymus sp. 'Sumatran Tiger', commonly known as the Sumatran Tiger Tarantula, is a large, fast-moving arboreal species native to the tropical rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia. This striking tarantula is a recent addition to the hobby and remains undescribed in scientific literature, though it clearly belongs to the Omothymus genus—a group known for its sleek body forms, explosive speed, and vibrant coloration.
True to its name, the Sumatran Tiger exhibits bold striping on its legs, often with tiger-like banding in golden yellow or pale tan set against a dark, velvety black background. The carapace often carries an iridescent green or bronze sheen, and the overall body is slender and agile—typical of Omothymus and closely related arboreal genera such as Phormingochilus and Lampropelma.
This species is strictly arboreal, preferring vertical enclosures with plenty of climbing surfaces, such as cork bark tubes, driftwood, and natural foliage. It creates dense silk retreats high in the enclosure, and although reclusive by day, it becomes active at night, often seen patrolling or webbing across vertical surfaces. Like all Old World arboreals, O. sp. 'Sumatran Tiger' lacks urticating hairs and instead relies on extreme speed and potent venom for defense. It is highly alert and reactive, making it unsuitable for handling and best kept by advanced hobbyists.
Omothymus sp. 'Sumatran Tiger', commonly known as the Sumatran Tiger Tarantula, is a large, fast-moving arboreal species native to the tropical rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia. This striking tarantula is a recent addition to the hobby and remains undescribed in scientific literature, though it clearly belongs to the Omothymus genus—a group known for its sleek body forms, explosive speed, and vibrant coloration.
True to its name, the Sumatran Tiger exhibits bold striping on its legs, often with tiger-like banding in golden yellow or pale tan set against a dark, velvety black background. The carapace often carries an iridescent green or bronze sheen, and the overall body is slender and agile—typical of Omothymus and closely related arboreal genera such as Phormingochilus and Lampropelma.
This species is strictly arboreal, preferring vertical enclosures with plenty of climbing surfaces, such as cork bark tubes, driftwood, and natural foliage. It creates dense silk retreats high in the enclosure, and although reclusive by day, it becomes active at night, often seen patrolling or webbing across vertical surfaces. Like all Old World arboreals, O. sp. 'Sumatran Tiger' lacks urticating hairs and instead relies on extreme speed and potent venom for defense. It is highly alert and reactive, making it unsuitable for handling and best kept by advanced hobbyists.
What's the ideal diet for a Sumatran Tiger Tarantula?
All Tarantulas can eat a variety of feeders. Stick to crickets, dubia roaches, silkworms, horned worms occasionally, and a superworm or mealworm as the occasional treat!
How should I keep a Sumatran Tiger Tarantula?
For this particular creature, you can start with the small Arboreal Bliss enclosure, and when they get to be about ⅓ the size, you will want to upgrade to the medium or large Arboreal Bliss enclosure. Feed them as slings once a week, twice if their opisthosoma (abdomen) looks small, but if the opisthosoma is wider than their prosoma (pneumothorax), then wait a couple of days to feed. For juveniles or adults, stick to feeding once a week, nothing larger than their opisthosoma. Make sure to keep a full water dish at all times; wider and deeper is preferred.
How long could a Sumatran Tiger Tarantula live?
Females are believed to live upwards of 15+ years, and males not exceeding around 4 years of age. All estimates are based on multiple sources.
