Hi guys and gals.

I'm new to the site, but many moons ago I was quite involved in the exotic pet scene. More so with snakes. I had a tarantula or two as pets, but being a ex arachnaphobe, didn't know much. So if someone can help me in identifying this beauty (found in my house near Lanseria Gauteng), I'd greatly appreciate it. Could it be an OBT?

Your input would be greatly appreciated.

Hello Andre,

Welcome to our forum. Your spider is a Harpactira hamiltoni - The highvelt baboon spider. Have a look at the Baboon Spider Atlas project to get a better idea and understanding of the Southern African baboon spiders. www.baboonspideratlas.co.za

You can also submit your record using this upload form baboonspideratlas.co.za/contribute/upload-the-record

Hope this helps