Arachnid · Whip spider & scorpion
Giant African whip spider care guide
Euphrynichus bacillifer
The giant african whip spider is a intermediate-level whip spider & scorpion from East and Central Africa. Adults reach Leg span 20–25 cm and live 5–10 years in captivity. Needs a tall enclosure with a large vertical cork wall for hanging during molts.
- Enclosure 30 × 30 × 45 cm
- Temp 24–28°C
- Humidity 70–80%
How much does a giant african whip spider cost in Canada?
Giant African whip spider quick facts
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Adult size
- Leg span 20–25 cm
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- East and Central Africa
- Minimum enclosure
- 30 × 30 × 45 cm (12 × 12 × 18 in, ≈ 11 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Humidity
- 70–80%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms
- Bioactive style
- Tropical invertebrate
Giant African whip spider enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 30 × 30 × 45 cm (12 × 12 × 18 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a tropical invertebrate bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Tarantula Mix8 cm
Keep the soil evenly moist and dig-friendly; a cork slab pressed onto the soil gives a ready-made scrape.
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a giant african whip spider eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Harmless and venomless but fast and fragile; avoid handling.
Health watch: Molting problems from low humidity or falls are the main risk; keep it humid with a tall vertical surface.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Visual check.
Weekly
- Feed; remove leftovers.
- Mist one side and keep the water dish full.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
Yearly
- Refresh the top soil if it compacts.
Recommended for a giant african whip spider bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (30 × 30 × 45 cm).
Giant African whip spider FAQ
Is the giant African whip spider good for beginners?
The giant African whip spider is best for keepers with some experience (intermediate). Harmless and venomless but fast and fragile; avoid handling.
What size enclosure does a giant African whip spider need?
At least 30 × 30 × 45 cm (about 12 × 12 × 18 inches, roughly 11 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a giant African whip spider cost in Canada?
Typically $60–150 CAD to buy, about $160–300 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $40–80 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a giant African whip spider need?
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%.
What does a giant African whip spider eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.