(Grammostola pulchripes)
The Golden Knee tarantula at the Zoo is named Dasiy. She came to the Zoo in April 2026.
They are Carnivorous eating smaller anthropoids and occasionally lizards and rodents
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List status
Although this species is not currently threatened with extinction, it still faces significant challenges in its natural habitat. Grasslands in the Gran Chaco region and similar ecosystems are declining due to human development, especially urbanization and agriculture. Climate change is also having an impact, as tarantulas and other spiders are particularly sensitive to shifts in temperature and weather patterns. In addition, pesticides can disrupt their sensory systems and alter their foraging behavior, affecting their longevity, reproduction, development, and overall health.
