Giant White Knee (Acanthoscurria geniculata) Monocentropus Balfouri Scientific Name: Stromatopelma calceatum

Scientific Name: Stromatopelma calceatum

Enclosure Type: Terrestrial — requires more floor space than height

Common Name: Green Earth Tiger

Native to Southern Africa

Males show brighter violet and metallic pink hues post-molt

Giant White Knee (Acanthoscurria geniculata) Monocentropus Balfouri Scientific Name: Stromatopelma calceatumIf you want a large, striking, and active display tarantula this is it. Acanthoscurria geniculata is famous for its bold black and white leg banding, impressive size, and voracious appetite. Its one of the most eye catching terrestrial giants in the hobby beautiful, hardy, and always ready to eat. Quick Facts Common Name: Giant White Knee Brazilian White Knee Scientific Name: Acanthoscurria geniculata Origin: Northern Brazil (Amazon basin region)