Costa Rica tigertails are tarantulas and occasionally catch small birds, but they mainly feed on small insects, such as mealworms, barley bugs, and crickets , Cherry cockroach, Dubia cockroach, etc.

But it should be noted that small insects such as mealworms, barley worms, and Dubia cockroaches have more chitin in their bodies. Costa Rican tiger tail is difficult to digest after eating too much. It can be used to promote fat, but it must be in moderation. And Crickets and cherries have plenty of water and nutrients in their bodies, so they can Serve Costa Rican tiger tail as a staple.