Hapalopus sp. “Guerilla”, also known as the Fire Red Pumpkin or Speckle Patch Guerilla Tarantula, is a vibrant dwarf species native to Colombia. While long known by its "Guerilla" hobby name, it has more recently been associated with the scientific names Hapalopus guerreroi and Hapalopus vangoghi in taxonomic discussions. 
 
Key Characteristics
Size: It is considered the largest known species within the Hapalopus genus, reaching an adult diagonal leg span of approximately 3 to 4 inches (8 cm).
Appearance: They feature striking black and orange-red patterns on their abdomen, often described as looking like a "Pumpkin Patch gone goth".
Temperament: Generally described as shy, skittish, and fast-moving, though they are usually docile and rarely defensive.
Behavior: They are active terrestrial/opportunistic burrowers that engage in heavy webbing throughout their enclosure. 
 
Care Requirements
Environment: They thrive at temperatures between 20–24°C (68–75°F) with high humidity levels of 70–80%.
Enclosure: Provide a terrestrial setup with several inches of moist substrate to facilitate burrowing. Adding anchor points like cork bark or fake plants is recommended to support their extensive webbing.
Diet: Standard tarantula fare including crickets, roaches, and mealworms.
Lifespan: Females can live up to 10 years, while males typically live around 3 years.