Aspinochilus Rufus (Peach Earth Tiger)

Scientific Name: Aspinochilus Rufus 

Name Pronunciation: Aspinochilus (as-pin-oh-KY-lus) Rufus (ROO-fus)

Common Name: Peach Earth Tiger

Name Meaning:  Derived from Greek elements Aspinochilus breaks down meaning a- (without/loss of), spin- / spina (spine/thorn), and cheilos (lip/margin/edge), referencing the reduced or lacking leg spines. Rufus, A Latin word meaning "red" or "red-haired. 

Type: Semi-Arboreal

Experience level: Intermediate 

Life Expectancy: Females live 10-15 years; Males live 2-5 years

Size: 6-7” (15-17cm) DLS (Diagonal Leg Span)

Growth Rate: Moderate - Fast

Natural Habitat: Indonesian island of Java 

Housing Needs: a couple inches of substrate, as well as an arboreal hide. A waterbowl on the ground or suspended.

Temperature: 70°–80°F (20°–28°C)

Humidity: Tropical 

Temperament: defensive, skittish 

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