Dwarf Pink Leg

The Dwarf Pink Leg (Kochiana brunnipes) is a tiny Brazilian dwarf — a small, fast, moisture-loving species with delicate pinkish leg tones, formerly lumped in other genera and now standing on its own. It's a quick, webbing dwarf that stays under 2.5", making it ideal for small setups, though its speed and size push it a notch toward intermediate. Uncommon and charming, with the big-personality-in-a-small-body appeal of the best dwarfs.

Temperature75–82°F (24–28°C) — warm room. No heat lamp; warmth suits this tropical Brazilian dwarf.
HumidityDamp, around 75–80%, with a water dish and airflow. A small tropical species that must not dry out — keep the substrate lightly moist and ventilate against stagnant air. Overflow rather than mist.
Adult sizeA true dwarf: adults reach 2–2.5 inches across the legs (diagonal leg span). A relatively fast grower — expect visible progress between molts when well fed.
LifespanFemales roughly 6–8 years; mature males 2–3 years. Short-lived, as dwarfs are.

Enclosure

A small footprint with a few inches of substrate for burrowing and anchor points for webbing — a nano or large acrylic cube. Escape-proof ventilation is essential; small, fast spiders exploit any gap. A cork hide and water dish.

Substrate & water

2–3 inches of lightly damp coco/topsoil, kept moist (not wet) with a water dish. It burrows and webs. Ventilate to prevent mold in the damp sub.

Feeding

A quick, willing little eater. Small prey — flightless fruit flies/pinheads for slings, small crickets/dubia for adults; juveniles twice weekly, adults weekly. Remove uneaten prey promptly.

Temperament & defenses

Intermediate-leaning for a dwarf: fast and quick to bolt, though not defensive; mild venom. Its speed and small size make maintenance the main challenge. Not a handling animal — observe and enjoy. Watch closely when the enclosure is open.

Keeper’s notes

A lovely little uncommon dwarf for the keeper who wants something small, quick and a bit different — the pink leg tones are subtle and pretty, and it packs a full spider's activity into a tiny space. Keep it damp, ventilated, and escape-proofed, and mind the speed at maintenance.