Ornithoctoninae

This is a sub-family that includes several described species in specific genera as well as undescribed species from southeast Asia. Most species are described as a variety of earth tigers.

'sp' indicates it's an unconfirmed or undescribed species within that subfamily.

Genus and species: Ornithoctoninae sp. Vietnam silver

Given name: Mai

This is currently an undescribed fossorial/terrestrial species from Vietnam. They grow to approximately 6 inches. This species is fast with ambush tendencies. They have a striking metallic blue to silver coloration. They have become increasingly popular in the hobby but remain difficult to obtain a sizable specimen.

Habitat: Believed to be from the highland forests of Vietnam where they reside in burrows surround by dense leaflitter and forest canopies.

Husbandry Notes:

Enclosure: 12x12x12

Sex: Female

Life stage: Sub-adult

Size: Approximately 4.25 inches

Growth: TBD

Disposition: Reclusive but present at night (sometimes)

Eating habits: Seemingly eats but have not witnessed a take down

Misc: Remarkable metallic silver coloration. Note: I have not seen her for weeks (Nov 3, 2025).

Genus and species: Ornithoctoninae sp. Ho Chi Minh

Common name: Ho Chi Minh Earth Tiger

Given name: ??

Fossorial species from Vietnam. This species has a gold carapace with a dark brown striped abdomen. Regarded as highly defensive with a nasty disposition. This species is believed to reach 5 or 6 inches. Available in the hobby but typically as slings or juveniles.

Habitat: Lives under pieces of bark or in burrows. This species ranges from central Vietnam to northern Vietnam.

Husbandry Notes:

Enclosure: 12x12x12

Sex: Undetermined

Life stage: Sub-adult

Size: Approximately 4.25 inches

Growth: TBD

Disposition: Initially highly defensive then sluggish.

Eating habits:

Misc: Concerned about the retailer -- watching health closely