Selenocosmiinae sp. Dak Man – Dak Man Earth Tiger | Rare Asian Fossorial Tarantula | Live Arrival Guarantee

Selenocosmiinae sp. Dak Man – Dak Man Earth Tiger

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Meet one of the hobby's most intriguing undescribed Asian earth tigers — Selenocosmiinae sp. Dak Man, commonly known as the Dak Man Earth Tiger. Hailing from the highland forests of Vietnam, this fossorial species embodies everything collectors love about Old World tarantulas: speed, attitude, and a striking appearance that rewards patient keepers willing to earn a glimpse.

Like other members of the Selenocosmiinae subfamily, the Dak Man Earth Tiger is a confirmed fossorial species that will excavate deep burrows and spend the majority of its time hidden — making every surface sighting a genuine event. Adults display rich earthy tones with subtle iridescence on the carapace and a dense covering of urticating-free setae typical of Old World species.

Care Highlights

• Type: Old World Fossorial
• Origin: Vietnam (Dak Man region)
• Temperament: Defensive — fast and skittish; experienced keepers recommended
• Enclosure: Deep substrate (4–6× body length minimum) with a starter burrow; cross-ventilation preferred
• Temperature: 75–84°F (24–29°C)
• Humidity: Moist lower substrate with drier surface; overflow one side periodically
• Feeding: Voracious feeder; appropriately sized roaches or crickets
• No urticating hairs — relies on speed and threat posture as defense

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• One (1) live Selenocosmiinae sp. Dak Man — size and sex per variant selected
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• Packed with heat or cold packs as needed for safe transit

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