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Origin:
India
Genus Meaning:
(Latin + Greek), colored + beast
Species meaning:
(Latin), kingly, regal
Poecilotheria regalis
pee-suh-luh-THI-ree-uh ra-GAH-luhs
Indian ornamental (Pocock, 1899)
One of the most popular, having brilliant patterns reaching 8" and very bulky. Aggressive arboreals, like all attractive pokies, reports of high potency of venom follows this spider with recommended caution
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