Keeper guide

How Big Does Singapore Blue Tarantula Get? — Omothymus violaceopes Size Guide

Adult Omothymus violaceopes, commonly known as the Singapore Blue Tarantula, reach about up to about 25–28 cm (10–11 in). That is an adult size guide, not the size every individual will reach.

At a glance

Quick facts

World
Old World
Origin
Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
Lifestyle
Arboreal
UK hobby rarity
Uncommon
Maximum size
Up to about 25–28 cm (10–11 in)
Growth rate
Fast
Male lifespan
Around 4–5 years
Female lifespan
Around 12–14 years
Temperament
Extremely fast and defensive when exposed; highly reclusive when given a secure retreat
Venom
Medically significant Old World venom; severe pain and systemic symptoms are possible
Temperature
23–28°C
Moisture / humidity
Moisture-dependent setup with deep lower substrate, good ventilation and a constant water source
CITES
Not CITES-listed

Adult size

Singapore Blue Tarantulas are generally expected to reach about up to about 25–28 cm (10–11 in) as adults. Individual Omothymus violaceopes may finish smaller or larger depending on sex and normal variation.

Do not use one advertised maximum as a promise for a Singapore Blue Tarantula. Size figures in the hobby are best treated as useful ranges.

How size is measured

Tarantula size is commonly discussed as diagonal leg span. For Omothymus violaceopes, that gives a rough comparison with other species, but it is not necessary to stretch or position the spider for a measurement.

Estimate size from a normal resting position or during rehousing if needed. Avoid disturbing a Singapore Blue Tarantula purely to obtain an exact number.

Slings and juveniles

Young Singapore Blue Tarantulas start far below adult size and grow through repeated moults. With a fast growth rate, Omothymus violaceopes may spend very different amounts of time at each juvenile stage.

Use the current size of Omothymus violaceopes when choosing feeders and housing. An adult-size figure does not mean a sling needs adult-size prey or an adult enclosure.

Male and female size

Males and females of Omothymus violaceopes can differ in build after maturity. Mature males often look leggier and slimmer, while adult females usually remain more robust.

Body shape alone is not a reliable way to sex a juvenile Singapore Blue Tarantula. Use a suitable moult when possible.

Enclosure size follows the spider

Increase enclosure size for Omothymus violaceopes when the current setup no longer gives enough retreat space, substrate or practical access for water and feeding.

Moving a Singapore Blue Tarantula too early into a very large setup can make basic care harder. Rehouse in sensible stages as the spider grows.

Tracking size over time

Keep moult dates and an occasional approximate size for Omothymus violaceopes if you want to track growth. That is more useful than trying to measure the spider repeatedly between moults.

A simple record will show how quickly a Singapore Blue Tarantula is growing and when another enclosure upgrade is likely to be needed.