Selenocosmia (Phlogius) sp. Eunice

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This is an undescribed species from Australia similar to S. crassipes.  These spiders are known as “whistling spiders” due to audible “hissing” sound they can produce when they stadulate. Reaching 6 inches as adults, Aussie tarantulas are quite impressive. These spiders are no longer exported out of Australia, so what ever we have should be bred to keep them sustainable in USA collections. Although still classified as Selenocosmia, it is believed that one day the genus Phlogius will be revalidated and these spider will be moved there.